ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 2 Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is having difficulty sleeping during hospitalization. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote sleep?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bedtime rituals create security and promote sleep. Evening play stimulates, explaining fears is less effective, and complete darkness may scare the toddler; a nightlight is better.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: The correct answer is B, D, and E. Children with autism spectrum disorder often exhibit delayed language development (
B), repetitive behavior (
D), and playing with toys repetitively (E). Delayed language development is a common characteristic of autism, as individuals may have difficulty with communication skills. Repetitive behavior is another hallmark of autism, such as repetitive movements or insistence on sameness. Playing with toys repetitively is a common behavior seen in children with autism, as they may engage in repetitive activities or focus intensely on specific objects.
Choices A and C are incorrect as children with autism may have difficulty sustaining attention and struggle with eye contact.
Choices F and G are not provided.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing discharge instructions with a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: I should eat more bananas while taking this medication. Prednisone can cause potassium depletion, leading to potential side effects like muscle weakness and cramping. Bananas are a good source of potassium, so increasing intake can help prevent depletion.
Choice A is incorrect because aspirin should be avoided due to its potential to increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding when taken with prednisone.
Choice B is incorrect as a sore throat is not a common side effect of prednisone.
Choice C is incorrect as there is no specific timing requirement for the flu vaccine in relation to starting prednisone.
Question 4 of 5
A community health nurse is reviewing the levels of disease prevention. Which of the following activities is an example of tertiary prevention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tertiary prevention focuses on managing and treating existing conditions to prevent complications and further deterioration. Providing treatment for clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease aligns with this level by aiming to minimize the impact of the disease and prevent exacerbations. Testing new nurses for exposure to tuberculosis (
A) is an example of primary prevention as it aims to prevent the initial occurrence of the disease. Performing screening for sexually transmitted infections (
C) falls under secondary prevention, which aims to detect and treat diseases in early stages. Administering influenza immunizations (
D) is considered primary prevention as it aims to prevent the occurrence of influenza.
Question 5 of 5
A public health nurse is teaching a group of nurses about smallpox. Which of the following statements by one of the nurses indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because vaccination against smallpox provides lifelong immunity. This is true as the smallpox vaccine has been proven to provide long-lasting protection against the disease. Other choices are incorrect because: A is incorrect as smallpox has been eradicated globally since 1980, so there are no rare occurrences. B is incorrect as smallpox lesions progress through distinct stages, not various stages of healing. C is incorrect as smallpox lesions are more abundant on the body, not just the face.