ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1 2024 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy about the risk for sudden cardiac death. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy increases the risk of sudden cardiac death due to ventricular arrhythmias, particularly during strenuous activity. Avoiding strenuous activity reduces the likelihood of triggering life-threatening arrhythmias, indicating the client's understanding of the teaching.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse understand is the cause of these manifestations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation is characterized by rapid, chaotic, and irregular electrical signals in the atria, leading to ineffective atrial contractions and an irregular ventricular response. The irregularity and rapidity of the heart rate can lead to symptoms such as palpitations and dizziness.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching clients at a senior center about the etiology of Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following statements by a client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. This statement is incorrect because Alzheimer’s disease can affect individuals without Down syndrome or stroke history. Risk factors include age, family history, genetics, and lifestyle, not just specific conditions like Down syndrome or stroke.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has coronary artery disease. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching to explain the correlation between changes in the coronary arteries and manifestations that occur?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Coronary artery disease involves narrowing of the coronary arteries due to atherosclerosis, reducing blood flow and oxygen to the heart muscle, causing symptoms like angina. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they either misrepresent the pathology or include inaccurate mechanisms.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following relates to a high mortality rate for a client who has an SAH?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rebleeding of the SAH is a significant risk factor associated with a high mortality rate. Re Pikbleeding can lead to increased intracranial pressure, worsening neurological deficits, and even death. Preventing rebleeding is a critical aspect of managing SAH to improve outcomes.