ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is receiving targeted radiation therapy to the neck. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following as an adverse effect of this therapy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Radiation to the neck commonly causes mouth ulcers due to mucosal irritation in the radiation field.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning the discharge of a client who had an ischemic stroke. The nurse should ensure that the client is discharged with which of the following types of pharmacologic therapy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antithrombotic therapy (e.g., aspirin) is standard post-ischemic stroke to prevent further clot formation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has skeletal traction applied to the left leg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A trapeze bar aids mobility and repositioning while maintaining traction alignment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client on how to care for a newly created ileal conduit. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emptying the pouch when 2/3 full prevents leakage and maintains skin integrity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) for the administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The transparent dressing over the insertion site requires replacement. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile technique is required for PICC dressing changes to prevent infection.