ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Respiratory Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the manifestations of hypoxia. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Agitation is a common sign of hypoxia due to brain oxygen deprivation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the manifestations of hypoxia. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Agitation is a common sign of hypoxia due to brain oxygen deprivation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing instruction about ipratropium (Atrovent) to a patient with COPD. Which is a common adverse effect that tends to resolve with therapy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dry mouth, caused by ipratropium's anticholinergic properties, is common and often resolves with continued use.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging fluid intake helps thin mucus, aiding airway clearance in COPD patients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse at a long-term care facility is reviewing prescriptions for a client receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following interventions should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining a patent airway is critical for a client on mechanical ventilation to prevent hypoxia or ventilator-associated pneumonia.