ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 1 2024 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about brain herniation. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include as a possible treatment for brain herniation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperventilation is a temporary intervention to reduce intracranial pressure by inducing cerebral vasoconstriction, used in acute brain herniation situations. Other options may be part of management but are not direct treatments.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory results for a client who has atrial fibrillation. Which of the following blood test results should the nurse understand can be a possible cause of atrial fibrillation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A common cause of atrial fibrillation is hyperthyroidism, which is characterized by an overactive thyroid gland and often presents with elevated TSH levels. Thyroid hormones play a significant role in regulating heart rate and rhythm. Excess thyroid hormone can lead to increased heart rate and irregular heart rhythms, including atrial fibrillation.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse incorporate into the plan of care to help the client with this transition and avoid relocation stress syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing education and involving the client in decision-making helps reduce anxiety and build trust. Continuously evaluating the client's preferences and goals ensures that the care plan remains person-centered and aligns with their needs, helping to minimize relocation stress.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peripheral artery disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as requiring immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pain, pallor, and paresthesia indicate critical limb ischemia, a severe complication of peripheral artery disease requiring immediate intervention to prevent tissue damage and limb loss.