ATI RN
ATI nur 242 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has immunosuppression following chemotherapy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Limiting healthcare workers reduces infection risk. Catheters increase infection risk. Fresh fruit may harbor bacteria. Temperature checks should be more frequent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is evaluating a client's laboratory results. The nurse should recognize that an increase in the client's prostate specific antigen (PSA) laboratory value is indicative of which of the following diagnoses?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated PSA is associated with prostatic cancer. PSA is specific to prostate cells, not linked to liver , breast , or colon cancers.
Extract:
Medical History
Vital Signs
Nurse’s Notes
Physical Examination
Diagnostic Results
The client is a 33-year-old male who has been previously healthy with no significant medical history. He was recently diagnosed with multiple myeloma, confirmed by a bone marrow biopsy. The diagnosis was made 2 days prior to his admission to the oncology unit, and he has started receiving an induction chemotherapy protocol that includes vincristine, dexamethasone, L-asparaginase, and anthracycline.
A nurse is caring for a 33-year-old male client in the oncology unit who was recently diagnosed with multiple myeloma. The client is currently receiving an induction chemotherapy protocol consisting of vincristine, dexamethasone, L-asparaginase, and anthracycline. The nurse must evaluate the client's condition based on the exhibits provided to determine appropriate actions and parameters to monitor.
Question 3 of 5
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
| Provide the client with a soft sponge toothbrush. |
| Maintain the client's diet. |
| Pad the siderails of the client's bed. |
| Request an antiemetic for the client. |
| Potential Condition Choices A. Diarrhea B. Mucositis C. Angioedema D. Seizures |
| Parameters to Monitor Choices A. Weight loss B. Intake and output C. Edema D. Steatorrhea |
Correct Answer: B,A,B,G
Rationale: Mucositis is indicated by mouth soreness. Soft toothbrush and diet maintenance address it. Monitor weight (H) and intake/output for progress.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A female middle adult client tells a nurse that she tested positive for a mutant BRCA1 gene. The nurse should recognize that the client is at an increased risk for which of the following situations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: BRCA1 mutation increases breast cancer risk . It is not linked to thyroid cancer , Down syndrome , or Alzheimer's .
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client who is to receive chemotherapy for treatment of ovarian cancer. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antiemetics prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea. Dark stools are not typical. Flossing risks bleeding. Mouthwash may irritate mucosa.