ATI RN
ATI RN Targeted Medical Surgical Respiratory Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has COPD. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Barrel chest is a classic COPD finding due to lung hyperinflation and air trapping. Spoon nails, edema, or pleural friction rubs are associated with other conditions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the care plan of an older adult client who has pneumonia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased fluid intake thins secretions, aiding clearance in pneumonia. Coughing and deep breathing are helpful but not the primary intervention, and N-95 respirators or full ADL independence are not indicated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy, and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of the following is an acceptable method for the nurse to use to thin this client's secretions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Humidified oxygen adds moisture to the airway, thinning secretions and aiding clearance. Chest physiotherapy mobilizes secretions but doesn't thin them, and the other options do not address secretion viscosity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has tuberculosis and is about to start taking pyrazinamide. The nurse should identify that the client needs which of the following tests while taking this medication therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pyrazinamide can cause hepatotoxicity, necessitating regular liver function tests to monitor for liver damage. Gallbladder, thyroid, or glucose levels are not typically affected by this medication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with planning interventions for an influenza outbreak in a long term care facility. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restricting visitation reduces the risk of influenza transmission from external sources. Airborne precautions are not needed for influenza, antibiotics are ineffective, and symptomatic staff should stay home.