ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of newly licensed nurses on effective techniques for counseling clients about sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking about the client's exposure to past or present STIs is important for assessing risk factors, providing appropriate counseling, and guiding testing and treatment decisions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition via a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). When assessing the client, the nurse notes swelling of the client's arm above the PICC insertion site. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring the circumference of both upper arms is the first action to assess the extent of the swelling and compare it to the other arm, which will help determine the severity of the issue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Determining what the client already knows about managing diabetes is the initial step in assessing the client's current knowledge and understanding. This helps the nurse tailor the teaching plan to the client's needs and avoid redundancy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). Which of the following manifestations is most appropriate for the nurse to monitor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ecchymosis (bruising) is a hallmark manifestation of ITP due to low platelet counts and increased bleeding tendencies.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse withdraws morphine 2 mg from a 4-mg/mL vial to inject IM for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take for wasting the excess medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having a second nurse witness the disposal of the excess medication ensures proper documentation and accountability for controlled substances.