ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who is receiving treatment for genital herpes. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the effectiveness of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antiviral therapy for genital herpes typically lasts weeks; this statement reflects understanding of the treatment duration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has meningitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Photophobia is a classic symptom of meningitis due to meningeal irritation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing pin care for a patient with an external fixation device for a fractured tibia. Which assessment finding by the nurse should be reported to the unit care coordinator?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Purulent drainage indicates infection, a serious complication requiring prompt reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a contusion of the brainstem and reports thirst. The client's urinary output was 4,000 mL over the past 24 hours. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following intravenous (IV) medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Excessive urination and thirst suggest diabetes insipidus from brainstem injury; desmopressin replaces ADH to reduce urine output.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is using a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Turning off the CPM during eating ensures safety and comfort.