ATI RN
ATI Adult Med Surg Nurs 4292 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A student nurse asks the RN about the clinical manifestations of a thoracic aortic aneurysm. Which of the following findings should the nurse discuss? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E,F
Rationale: These reflect compression of adjacent structures (trachea, esophagus, recurrent laryngeal nerve) by the aneurysm.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is completing an assessment of a client who has a gastric ulcer. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: All options are common findings in gastric ulcer patients due to gastric acid secretion patterns and mucosal irritation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a chest tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taping connections maintains a closed system and prevents air leaks that could cause pneumothorax.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted to the emergency department after sustaining multiple rib fractures in a motor vehicle accident. Upon assessment, the nurse notes that the client has flail chest. Which of the following signs and symptoms are associated with this condition? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Flail chest causes respiratory distress, paradoxical movement, and can lead to shock.
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving continuous enteral nutrition through a nasogastric small-bore silicone feeding tube. What should the nurse plan for when this client has a computed tomography (CT) scan ordered?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping feeding 30-60 minutes before the scan reduces aspiration risk and prevents stomach contents from interfering with imaging.