ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse manager in a health clinic is discussing complications associated with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements should be included in the discussion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Human papillomavirus is a known risk factor for cervical cancer. Herpes simplex does not typically cause pelvic inflammatory disease, syphilis complications include congenital issues but not low birth weight, and chlamydia in males causes epididymitis, not meningitis.
Question 2 of 5
The patient, age 35, is admitted with aplastic anemia. He asks the nurse what aplastic anemia is. An accurate response would be that
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aplastic anemia involves depressed bone marrow activity, reducing production of all blood cells. The other options describe different conditions.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following does the nurse implement as the most important measure in preventing transmission of harmful pathogens to patients with depressed bone marrow function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strict handwashing is the most effective measure to prevent pathogen transmission to immunocompromised patients, reducing healthcare-associated infections.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is to undergo a breast biopsy by needle aspiration. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A well-fitting bra supports the breast and minimizes bruising post-biopsy. Sedation is not used, results take days, and cold packs, not heating pads, reduce swelling.
Question 5 of 5
The term 'Leukopenia' is the medical term for which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leukopenia refers to a low white blood cell count. Anemia is low red blood cells, leukocytosis is high white blood cells, and thrombocytopenia is low platelets.