ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final 2024 Assessment Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of clients on a hospital floor. Which client would the nurse expect is most at risk for hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, an autoimmune disorder causing the thyroid gland to produce excessive thyroid hormone, making a client with this condition most at risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple long bone fractures caused by a motor-vehicle crash that happened 24 hours ago. The client tells the nurse he is short of breath and is experiencing chest pain. The nurse should assess the client further for which of the following potential complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fat embolism syndrome is a serious complication following long bone fractures, where fat globules enter the bloodstream and cause respiratory distress and chest pain.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has lung cancer and is scheduled for a lobectomy. The nurse should prepare the client to expect which of the following after the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The placement of a chest tube is a standard part of care following a lobectomy. The chest tube allows for drainage of fluid and air from the pleural space, ensuring proper lung expansion and preventing complications such as pneumothorax. Patients should be educated about the chest tube's purpose, care, and the sensations they may experience while the tube is in place.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who has a newly applied fiberglass cast for a fractured tibia. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Performing a neurovascular assessment is the priority to detect compromised blood flow or nerve injury.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a new diagnosis of Paget's disease. The nurse anticipates the provider will prescribe which of the following medications for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alendronate, a bisphosphonate, is commonly prescribed for Paget's disease to regulate bone growth by inhibiting osteoclasts. Colchicine and allopurinol are used for gout, and prednisone, while sometimes used for inflammation, is not a primary treatment for Paget's disease.