ATI RN
ATI Med Surg RN 221A Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is performing discharge teaching for a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin is typically long-term, and stopping it abruptly risks seizures. The client's statement suggests a misunderstanding requiring further teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a female client who has a new diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The nurse should recognize the need for further teaching when the client identifies which of the following as a factor that can exacerbate SLE?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exercise is beneficial for SLE patients, improving energy and joint flexibility. Sunlight, certain diets, and infections can exacerbate SLE, indicating the client's misunderstanding about exercise requires further teaching.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is completing a focused assessment addressing a client's immune function. What should the nurse prioritize in the physical assessment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Palpating lymph nodes assesses immune function, as swelling or tenderness indicates active immune response to pathogens.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is presenting a community-based program about HIV and AIDS. A client asks the nurse to describe the initial symptoms experienced with HIV infection. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the explanation of initial symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flu-like symptoms and night sweats occur early in HIV infection (2-4 weeks post-exposure), reflecting the immune response to the virus.
Question 5 of 5
A client has a prescription for seizure precaution. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping seizure medication at the bedside ensures immediate access to control seizures, a critical precaution for safety.