ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching the partner of a client who had a stroke about dysphagia. Which of the following statements by the client's partner should indicate to the nurse that the teaching was effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tilting the head forward when swallowing helps to close the airway and reduce the risk of aspiration, indicating effective teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is observing an assistive personnel (AP) changing the linens on the bed of a client who is immobile. Which of the following actions by the AP should the nurse identify as an indication of the need to intervene?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reaching over the bed to straighten the fitted sheet can cause strain and potential injury to the AP's back and should be corrected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is educating coworkers about how to minimize back strain and avoid repeated episodes of low back pain. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Avoiding prolonged sitting helps reduce pressure on the lower back and can prevent back pain. Sleeping in a side-lying position with knees flexed helps maintain natural spinal curvature and reduces strain on the back. Padded shoe insoles may provide comfort. Proper arch support can improve posture and reduce stress on the lower back.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client's ability to ambulate with crutches using a three-point gait. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as a risk to the client's safety?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing partial weight on the affected leg while ambulating with crutches using a three-point gait is incorrect and can jeopardize safety by potentially causing injury or instability.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is giving a presentation at a community center about chronic bronchitis. Which of the following information should the nurse include as effective for preventing this disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Smoking cessation is the most effective method for preventing chronic bronchitis as smoking is the leading cause of the condition.