ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 224g Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is talking with a young adult client who has a family history of osteoporosis. Which health promotion activity should the nurse recommend as a possible preventive measure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking, jogging, and dancing, are beneficial for building and maintaining bone density. These activities force the body to work against gravity, stimulating bone formation and slowing bone loss.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a female client who has a T4 spinal cord injury and is at risk for acquiring urinary tract infections. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging fluid intake is crucial for clients with a spinal cord injury because it helps to flush out the urinary tract, preventing the buildup of bacteria that can cause UTIs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a unit of red blood cells. The nurse's responsibility is to compare and verify the information on the blood label with the client's information. Which of the following should the nurse use as the priority source of verification?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The identification wristband is the priority source for verification, ensuring the blood product matches the client's information.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports low back pain and asks the nurse for specific exercise recommendations. Which of the following activities should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swimming is a low-impact exercise that strengthens back muscles without stressing the spine, ideal for low back pain.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 24 hours postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation to repair a fracture of the femur. Which of the following assessment findings is an early manifestation of fat embolism syndrome (FES)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dyspnea, or difficulty breathing, is one of the earliest signs of FES due to fat globules obstructing pulmonary vessels.