ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing breast self-examination (BSE) teaching with a client who is menopausal. Which of the following statements by the client indicate an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: These statements reflect correct BSE techniques: checking underarms, flexible timing post-menopause, shower exams, and using fingertips. Pressing too firmly can cause discomfort and is unnecessary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is to undergo a breast biopsy by needle aspiration. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A well-fitting bra supports the breast and minimizes bruising post-biopsy. Sedation is not used, results take days, and cold packs, not heating pads, reduce swelling.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for four postoperative patients who each had a total abdominal hysterectomy. Which patient would the nurse assess first upon initial rounding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Two saturated perineal pads in 2 hours suggest excessive bleeding, possibly hemorrhage, requiring immediate assessment. Mild pain, normal vitals, and adequate urine output are less urgent.
Question 4 of 5
An 18-year-old male is taking Hydroxyurea for treatment of sickle cell anemia. Which options below indicate this medication is working successfully?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Hydroxyurea increases fetal hemoglobin, reducing sickling, and decreases the need for transfusions. Hemoglobin S levels are not directly reduced, and diuresis/dehydration are side effects, not indicators of success.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a female client who has genital herpes. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vesicles and lesions on the labia are characteristic of genital herpes. Urinary symptoms may occur but are secondary, vaginal bleeding is unrelated, and fishy odor suggests bacterial vaginosis.