ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1 2024 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has peripheral venous disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: A. Intermittent pneumatic compression pumps improve circulation by promoting venous return, reducing edema. C. Layered wraps, like compression bandages, can manage venous insufficiency in some cases of peripheral venous disease. D. Elevating legs reduces edema and improves venous return by aiding blood flow back to the heart. E. Exercise, such as walking, promotes venous return and reduces venous stasis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Which of the following secondary conditions should the nurse anticipate the client might develop?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Secondary conditions commonly associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI) include sensory impairments such as loss of sensation, as well as cognitive difficulties such as memory loss, attention deficits, and impaired executive functioning. These issues arise due to the damage to brain tissue caused by the initial injury and can have significant impacts on the client's overall function and quality of life.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients with dementia. The nurse recognizes which of the following factors as reasons for the growing numbers of clients diagnosed with dementia in the United States? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: B: Longer life expectancy increases the prevalence of dementia due to age-related brain changes. C: The aging population over 65 is at higher risk for dementia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Which of the following should the nurse understand is a risk factor for TBI?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Falls are a leading cause of traumatic brain injury, especially in vulnerable populations. Marfan's syndrome, hypercarbia, and ventriculostomy are not direct risk factors for TBI, though they may relate to other neurological issues.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has symptomatic atrial fibrillation about manifestations to expect. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Shortness of breath occurs due to ineffective atrial contraction, leading to decreased cardiac output and potential fluid accumulation in the lungs. Exertional fatigue results from reduced cardiac output and inefficient heart function due to irregular heart rhythms.