ATI RN
ATI nur 242 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is being treated with chemotherapy and radiation for metastatic breast cancer, and who has neutropenia. The nurse should include which of the following restrictions in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fresh flowers and plants harbor bacteria, risking infection in neutropenia. Bleeding relates to thrombocytopenia. Visitor restrictions should screen for infections. Fluid timing is unnecessary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of Addison's disease and is in Addisonian crisis. The client is lethargic. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering corticosteroids treats Addisonian crisis. Low-carb diets are inappropriate. Weighing is secondary. Fluid restriction is harmful; hydration is needed.
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse in Wyoming gives instruction to an 80-year-old patient in the prevention of hypothermia. Which information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: All options prevent hypothermia: layers trap heat, warm fluids maintain temperature, gloves/earmuffs protect extremities, and a hat reduces head heat loss.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of middle adult clients about early detection of cancer. The nurse should include the American Cancer Society recommendation that men and women at average risk should have which of the following screening tests?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Colorectal cancer screening at age 45 aligns with updated ACS guidelines for average-risk adults. Cervical screening is specific to those with a cervix. Lung screening targets smokers. Age 50 is outdated.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a child who has a total WBC count of 1200. Which of the following clients should the nurse place in the same room with this child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A child with nephrotic syndrome poses minimal infection risk, suitable for a roommate with low WBC. Rheumatic fever , ruptured appendix , and cystic fibrosis carry higher infection risks.