ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 228 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of guardians about influenza. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oseltamivir is an oral antiviral medication that can treat influenza if given within 48 hours of symptom onset, reducing the duration of symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching an adolescent to self-administer a corticosteroid medication using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Shaking the device, rinsing the mouth, and inhaling slowly are critical for effective and safe use of a corticosteroid MDI.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has asthma. Which of the following are indications of deterioration in the child's respiratory status? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Wheezing, nasal flaring, and sternal muscle retraction indicate airway obstruction and respiratory distress in asthma.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a toddler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Calculating the safe dosage, offering juice, identifying the toddler, and providing a toy are all appropriate actions to ensure safety, comfort, and compliance during medication administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has a hydrocelWhich of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Most hydroceles in infants are non-communicating and resolve spontaneously without intervention.