ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 2 Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A public health nurse is teaching a group of nurses about smallpox. Which of the following statements by one of the nurses indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because vaccination against smallpox provides lifelong immunity. This is true as the smallpox vaccine has been proven to provide long-lasting protection against the disease. Other choices are incorrect because: A is incorrect as smallpox has been eradicated globally since 1980, so there are no rare occurrences. B is incorrect as smallpox lesions progress through distinct stages, not various stages of healing. C is incorrect as smallpox lesions are more abundant on the body, not just the face.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newborn’s parent to care for the umbilical cord stump. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Give a sponge bath until the cord stump falls off. This instruction is correct because keeping the cord stump dry and clean helps prevent infection. Washing the cord daily with soap and water (choice
A) can actually increase the risk of infection. Applying petroleum jelly (choice
B) can also trap moisture and lead to infection. Covering the cord with a diaper (choice
C) can create a moist environment ideal for bacterial growth. Giving a sponge bath (choice
D) avoids submerging the stump in water, reducing infection risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations of peritonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Nausea and vomiting. Peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum, which can occur in peritoneal dialysis. Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms due to irritation of the peritoneum. Increased urinary output (
A) is not a typical manifestation of peritonitis. Hyperactive bowel sounds (
B) are more indicative of gastrointestinal issues, not peritonitis. Bradycardia (
C) is not a common symptom of peritonitis. In summary, nausea and vomiting are key signs of peritonitis, while the other options are not typically associated with this condition.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a puncture wound on his foot. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of acute osteomyelitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Localized edema. Acute osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone that can result from a puncture wound. Localized edema is a common manifestation due to the inflammatory response in the affected area. Hypothermia, numbness of toes, and bradycardia are not typical manifestations of acute osteomyelitis. Hypothermia is more commonly associated with severe infections or sepsis. Numbness of toes may indicate nerve damage rather than bone infection. Bradycardia is a slow heart rate and is not directly related to osteomyelitis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer lansoprazole 30 mg PO daily to a client. The amount available is lansoprazole 10 mg per tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: The correct answer is 3 tablets.
To achieve a total dose of 30 mg daily, with each tablet containing 10 mg, the nurse should administer 3 tablets per dose. This calculation ensures the client receives the prescribed dosage. Other choices are incorrect because administering fewer tablets would result in an inadequate dose, while administering more tablets would exceed the prescribed dosage, potentially leading to adverse effects. It is essential to follow precise calculations to ensure safe and effective medication administration.