ATI RN
ATI Nursing 232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient reports that they avoid being around sick people, however, they have experienced repeated colds over the past several weeks. A nurse should respond to the patient's concern by providing which of the following teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The common cold virus can be spread before symptoms appear, explaining why avoiding sick people may not prevent infection, addressing the patient's concern directly.
Question 2 of 5
A patient diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism is receiving a continuous Heparin infusion. Which findings should prompt the nurse to notify the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale:
Choice A: Elevated PTT indicates excessive anticoagulation.
Choice C: Hematuria suggests bleeding.
Choice D: Dual anticoagulants increase bleeding risk.
Choice B is less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient on a ventilator, to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia. The nurse recognizes that which of the following interventions should be included? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale:
Choice A: Weaning protocols reduce ventilation duration, lowering pneumonia risk.
Choice B: Oral care reduces bacterial load in the mouth.
Choice D: Prone positioning aids secretion drainage, reducing infection risk.
Choices C and E are incorrect as suctioning should be need-based.
Question 4 of 5
A patient reports that they avoid being around sick people, however, they have experienced repeated colds over the past several weeks. A nurse should respond to the patient's concern by providing which of the following teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The common cold virus can be spread before symptoms appear, explaining why avoiding sick people may not prevent infection, addressing the patient's concern directly.
Question 5 of 5
In the context of developing a care plan for a patient on a ventilator to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia, which interventions should be included? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale:
Choice A: Implementing ventilator-weaning protocols minimizes exposure to mechanical ventilation, a significant risk factor for ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Choice B: Frequent oral care reduces respiratory pathogens in the oral cavity, preventing their aspiration.
Choice D: Positioning in a semi-upright position (30 to 45 degrees), not prone, reduces aspiration risk.
Choices C and E are incorrect as suctioning should be based on clinical need, not a fixed schedule, and avoiding suctioning could increase infection risk.