ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instruction to the family of a client who has Parkinson's disease and is a fall risk. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?(Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Removing rugs, installing handrails, ensuring lighting, and clearing clutter reduce fall risks by improving safety and visibility.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following are characteristics of nonallergic asthma? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale:
Choice A: No hypersensitivity to allergens is correct because nonallergic asthma is not triggered by allergen exposure, unlike allergic asthma.
Choice D: Asthma flare-ups with NSAID administration is correct as NSAIDs like aspirin can trigger symptoms in some with nonallergic asthma.
Choice E: Persistence of manifestations is correct since nonallergic asthma symptoms are often persistent without a seasonal pattern.
Choice F: Positive response to corticosteroids is correct as corticosteroids are effective in managing nonallergic asthma.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instruction to a client who has hypertension that has resulted in a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Which of the following information should the nurse discuss with the client regarding blood pressure (BP) management?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maintaining systolic blood pressure between 120 and 129 mm Hg aligns with guidelines for tight blood pressure control post-TIA to reduce the risk of recurrent cerebrovascular events.
Question 4 of 5
A client with diabetes mellitus has a blood glucose of 300 mg/dL. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High blood glucose requires insulin, hydration, and ketone monitoring to prevent complications.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a new tracheostomy requires suctioning. What is the priority action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sterile technique prevents infection in the tracheostomy site.