ATI RN
ATI Nursing 232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient with lung cancer confides in the nurse, expressing fear about the disease and guilt for smoking in the past. Which response from the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response validates fear and encourages discussion of specific concerns, fostering supportive care.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is being treated for bacterial pharyngitis. Which of the following should a nurse recommend to promote the patient's nutrition during treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chicken noodle soup is soothing, nutrient-rich, and low in sugar, ideal for bacterial pharyngitis recovery.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is part of a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) committee tasked with developing a program to decrease medication administration errors following a sentinel event. Which strategy should the committee consider implementing first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reviewing error circumstances identifies root causes, the first step in developing effective interventions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with acute rhinosinusitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale:
Choice A: Warm compresses reduce inflammation.
Choice B: Antibiotics treat bacterial infection.
Choice C: Smoking irritates sinuses.
Choice D: Swimming can worsen symptoms.
Choice E is incorrect as periorbital edema indicates complications.
Question 5 of 5
During a meeting to address staffing issues and tardiness on a unit, the nurse manager invites the staff to each take a turn speaking and requests that everyone listen respectfully and refrain from making personal or professional comments about one another. Which step in the negotiation process is the nurse manager using?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Setting ground rules establishes guidelines for respectful and productive discussion during the meeting.