ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Nursing Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient presents with numbness and tingling in the thumb, index, and middle fingers, and a positive Phalen's test. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate to address the underlying cause of these symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wrist splinting maintains a neutral position, reducing pressure on the median nerve in carpal tunnel syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is at risk for osteoporosis. The nurse should instruct the client that which of the following foods is the best source of calcium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low-fat milk is an excellent source of calcium and is easily digestible, supporting bone health.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is being evaluated for multiple sclerosis. Which of the following tests should the nurse anticipate the provider will order to assist with diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A lumbar puncture can detect oligoclonal bands in cerebrospinal fluid, aiding in multiple sclerosis diagnosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who continues to have issues with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Which of the following statements provides the best preventative health care education for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Good oral hygiene prevents dental erosion and complications from GERD-related acid exposure.
Question 5 of 5
A 35-year-old female patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, pallor, and shortness of breath on exertion. Laboratory results reveal a hemoglobin level of 8 g/dL and a mean corpuscular volume (MCV) of 70 fL. Based on these findings, what is the most likely type of anemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Iron deficiency anemia is characterized by low hemoglobin and low MCV, consistent with the patient's microcytic anemia.