ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client who has mucositis related to chemotherapy treatment. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gentle flossing helps maintain oral hygiene without aggravating mucositis, unlike hydrogen peroxide, which can irritate, or inadequate brushing time.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for the family of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Structured activities help maintain cognitive function and provide routine, which is beneficial for clients with Alzheimer's disease.
Too much stimulation can be overwhelming, a dark room may disorient, and a monthly calendar may not be useful due to memory impairment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and develops respiratory depression after receiving morphine for pain control. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Naloxone reverses opioid-induced respiratory depression, restoring normal breathing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client immediately following a lumbar puncture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lying flat reduces cerebrospinal fluid leakage, preventing post-lumbar puncture headache.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed an antibiotic. The client tells the nurse, 'I don't like taking medications because I don't think I need them.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing the provider respects the client's autonomy and ensures the care plan is adjusted appropriately, promoting client-centered care.