ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a spinal cord injury about sexual stimulation. Which of the following statements by the nurse should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging experimentation with the body to find enjoyable stimulation post-injury promotes self-discovery and empowerment. Statements denying intimate relationships or arousal potential are inaccurate and discouraging, and focusing solely on appearance does not address sexual stimulation directly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has spinal stenosis about exercise. Which of the following statements by the client indicates they understand the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cycling is a low-impact exercise suitable for spinal stenosis, improving fitness without stressing the spine. Aerobics, jogging, and circuit training may involve high-impact or intense movements that could worsen symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for a colonoscopy. Which instruction is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clear liquids the day before ensure the colon is clear for the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was involved in a motor vehicle accident. The client is alert and oriented and reports a loss of consciousness immediately after the accident. Which of the following additional manifestations should the nurse assess the client for?(Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Pupillary dilation, persistent headache, and difficulty waking are signs of potential neurological issues following head trauma, such as increased intracranial pressure or concussion.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has respiratory failure due to ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) mismatch. The nurse should recognize that the client most likely has which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emphysema causes V/Q mismatch due to alveolar destruction, leading to poor ventilation but adequate perfusion, resulting in hypoxemia. Flail chest impairs breathing mechanics, congestive heart failure causes diffusion defects, and Guillain-Barré syndrome affects respiratory muscles, not directly causing V/Q mismatch.