ATI RN
ATI N200 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with pneumonia asks the nurse, "Why did my physician order chest physiotherapy (CPT) for me?" Which response by the nurse is most accurate? Chest physiotherapy will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CPT loosens secretions (
C) to improve ventilation. Ciliary movement (
A), deep breathing (
B), and oxygen supply (
D) are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
A client newly diagnosed with asthma is being given discharge instructions. The nurse works collaboratively with the client, instructing the client to use a metered dose inhaler (MDI). What is the first priority and last priority step in the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing cap and shaking (
D) prepares the inhaler; rinsing prevents thrush. Holding breath (
A), mouthpiece placement (
B), and canister pressing (
C) are intermediate.
Question 3 of 5
The client diagnosed with pneumonia asks the nurse, "Why did my physician order chest physiotherapy (CPT) for me?" Which response by the nurse is most accurate? Chest physiotherapy will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CPT loosens secretions (
C) to improve ventilation. Ciliary movement (
A), deep breathing (
B), and oxygen supply (
D) are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to teach a client how to effectively perform pursed-lip breathing. The nurse would include which intervention in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exhaling slowly through pursed lips (
D) improves ventilation. Quick exhalation (
A), huff inhalation (
B), and pursed-lip inhalation (
C) are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) and is started on IV rifampin. The nurse should instruct the client that they should expect to experience which of the following manifestations while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rifampin causes red-colored urine (
A), a harmless side effect. Black stools (
B), constipation (
C), and teeth staining (
D) are not typical.