ATI RN
ATI Med Surg 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is participating in a biological disaster simulation where citizens are exposed to pneumonic plague. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to use while caring for these clients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This is correct because initiating airborne precautions is necessary for pneumonic plague, which spreads through respiratory droplets or aerosols.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new arteriovenous fistula in the right forearm. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching as a possible indication of venous insufficiency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cold and numb sensation distal to the fistula site indicates venous insufficiency due to reduced venous return.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer dabigatran to a client who has atrial fibrillation. The nurse should explain that the purpose of this medication is which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This is correct because dabigatran reduces the risk of stroke in clients with atrial fibrillation by preventing clot formation and reducing blood viscosity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports heart palpitations. An ECG confirms the client is experiencing ventricular tachycardia (VT). The nurse should anticipate the need for taking which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elective cardioversion is used for stable VT to restore normal rhythm.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning a staff education session regarding biological weapons of mass destruction. Which of the following should he plan to include in the session?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Correct choices include smallpox, botulism, and anthrax, which are biological agents. Hydrogen cyanide and sarin are chemical weapons.