ATI RN
ATI Nursing 232 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During a central IV line insertion at the bedside, a client reports shortness of breath and becomes tachypneic. Which finding should a nurse suspect indicates the client developed a pneumothorax?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absent breath sounds on the affected side indicate lung collapse due to pneumothorax, a common complication of central line insertion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has just returned to the unit following a bronchoscopy and requests coffee. The nurse assesses that it is safe for the patient to resume oral liquids when which of the following behaviors is demonstrated?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intact cough and swallowing reflexes are essential to prevent aspiration, the primary concern post-bronchoscopy before resuming oral intake.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who reports experiencing an alteration in sense of smell following surgery for a total laryngectomy. The nurse should address the patient's concern through which of the following responses?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A laryngectomy bypasses the nose, altering smell due to changed airflow, accurately addressing the patient's concern.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and being treated with positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP). How does PEEP benefit the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PEEP maintains airway pressure to prevent alveolar collapse, improving oxygenation in ARDS.
Question 5 of 5
An employee asks the occupational health nurse about measures to prevent inhalation exposure of job-related substances. Which of the following explanations should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Designated protective devices, like respirators, are the most effective for preventing inhalation of toxic substances.