ATI RN
ATI Nur 109 Med Surg Final Assessment 2025 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is educating a group of clients about complementary and integrative therapies. Which of the following statements about these therapies are accurate?
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: The accurate statements describe the role of complementary therapies in supporting conventional treatments, the nature of acupuncture and yoga, and the potential risks of herbal supplements.
Question 2 of 5
A 49-year-old patient who reports pain in the foot that moves up along the calf says, 'My left foot feels like it is on fire.' The patient reports that the pain started yesterday, and they have no prior history of injury or falls. Which components of pain assessment has the patient reported?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The patient describes location ('left foot' and 'moves up along the calf'), quality ('feels like it is on fire'), and duration ('started yesterday'), which are key components of a pain assessment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child who has a diagnosis of metastatic brain cancer. The father states 'I can't believe this is happening to us, I feel numb.' Which of the following nursing interventions by the nurse is the first priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging the family to express their emotions helps them begin processing their grief and provides emotional support during a difficult time. Active listening and validating their feelings are essential first steps in therapeutic communication.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a terminally ill client on hospice who passed away during the shift. Select the '3' postmortem care actions the nurse should take?
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Respecting cultural and religious practices, creating a peaceful environment, and verifying the provider's certification of death are essential postmortem care actions. These steps ensure compassionate, respectful, and legally compliant care.
Question 5 of 5
What is the most important action for the nurse to take when communicating with the client and family members at end of life?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Active listening fosters trust, emotional comfort, and dignity, addressing the emotional needs of the client and family at the end-of-life stage.