ATI RN
ATI Nur 211 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An eighth-grade student appears in the school office with a skin manifestation that itches. He states that it began on the way to school after he took a shortcut through a field. The nurse performs a skin assessment and finds areas of erythema with streaks and patches on both legs. She determines that he is exhibiting signs of contact dermatitis. What is the first action that the nurse should take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Washing the area removes irritants, preventing worsening of contact dermatitis.
Question 2 of 5
A child with otitis media had a myringotomy with insertion of tubes. The nurse provides discharge instructions to the parents regarding the administration of antibiotics. Which statement indicates understanding of the instructions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Completing the full course of antibiotics prevents recurrence and resistance.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted to the hospital with a long history of hypertension. The nurse should assess the client for which identifiable cause of secondary hypertension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kidney disease is a common cause of secondary hypertension due to fluid retention or increased renin production.
Question 4 of 5
A patient diagnosed with macular degeneration asks the nurse to explain his condition. Which statement by the nurse best describes macular degeneration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Macular degeneration involves damage to the macula, affecting central vision.
Question 5 of 5
The school nurse is conducting pediculosis capitis checks. A child with a positive head check would have which finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: White sacs (nits) attached to hair shafts indicate pediculosis capitis.