ATI RN
ATI nur 242 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is to undergo a stem cell transplant. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dedicated BP equipment prevents cross-contamination. Water intake is not specific. Negative airflow is for airborne infections. Vital signs need more frequent monitoring.
Extract:
History and Physical
Nurse's Notes
Vital Signs
Physical Examination Results
Diagnostic Results
Provider's Prescriptions
The client presents with a history of hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus. He was found on the ground near his car after spending several hours in the sun while fixing his vehicle. The client reports feeling dizzy and weak prior to losing consciousness. He states that he did not drink enough fluids during the day. The client denies any chest pain or difficulty breathing. He has not experienced similar symptoms in the past. There is no history of neurological disorders or substance abuse. The client is alert but appears confused and disoriented.
A nurse is caring for a male client, 58 years old, in the emergency department who is suspected of having heatstroke. The primary health care provider has ordered a series of diagnostic tests and interventions. Below are the exhibits to help the nurse assess the client.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a male client suspected of having heatstroke. Which findings are consistent with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Tachycardia and hot, dry skin are heatstroke signs. Hallucinations are not typical. Bradycardia contradicts the observed tachycardia.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a WBC count of 2,000/mm³ after three rounds of chemotherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cooked fruit reduces infection risk in neutropenia. Flower water harbors bacteria. Humidifiers risk mold. Denture cleaning is insufficient alone.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a presentation at a community center about systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The nurse should plan to include which of the following findings as a manifestation of SLE?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A butterfly rash is a classic SLE manifestation. Hypothermia , weight gain , and hyperreflexia are not typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client who has Cushing's disease. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restricting sodium manages hypertension and fluid retention in Cushing's. High carbs worsen hyperglycemia. Potassium is needed. Protein supports muscle.