ATI RN
ATI Nursing 232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a patient diagnosed with progressive Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Which ABG results should the nurse expect for a patient with progressive COPD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Progressive COPD causes respiratory acidosis (low pH, high PaCO2) with metabolic compensation (elevated HCO3), as seen in option C.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a tracheostomy. Based on the Nurses Notes and Diagnostic Results, which of the following is a manifestation in the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restlessness may indicate respiratory distress or hypoxia, a critical manifestation requiring further assessment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient immediately following endotracheal intubation. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize to assess the patient for complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Auscultating lungs confirms correct tube placement and detects complications like pneumothorax, a priority post-intubation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with acute rhinosinusitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale:
Choice A: Warm compresses reduce inflammation.
Choice B: Antibiotics treat bacterial infection.
Choice C: Smoking irritates sinuses.
Choice D: Swimming can worsen symptoms.
Choice E is incorrect as periorbital edema indicates complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a patient diagnosed with progressive Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Which ABG results should the nurse expect for a patient with progressive COPD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Progressive COPD causes respiratory acidosis (low pH, high PaCO2) with metabolic compensation (elevated HCO3), as seen in option C.