ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In planning teaching sessions for a client undergoing photodynamic therapy for lung cancer, the nurse should include which statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: After photodynamic therapy, clients become extremely sensitive to light, including sunlight, which can cause skin damage, so avoiding sun exposure for at least 6 weeks is critical.
Question 2 of 5
The rehabilitation nurse determines that the client who has had a hemorrhagic stroke is successfully adapting to functional changes if they:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using adaptive equipment indicates successful adaptation by promoting independence despite stroke-related limitations.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 35-year-old male who is diagnosed with epididymitis. Which statement would indicate the client understands teaching about this condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If epididymitis is STI-related, treating sexual partners prevents reinfection, showing understanding of the condition.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the outcomes for a client diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which laboratory value reflects a positive outcome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A decreased D-dimer level indicates reduced clot formation and breakdown, a positive outcome in DIC.
Question 5 of 5
The client recovering from an esophagogastrectomy is preparing for discharge. What instructions should be included in the dietary teaching for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clients recovering from an esophagogastrectomy should avoid snacking between meals to prevent dumping syndrome, a common complication where food moves too quickly from the stomach to the small intestine.