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ATI EW N300 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is diagnosed with a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Which statement by the client indicates teaching about clopidogrel has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clopidogrel inhibits platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of clot formation, crucial for preventing ischemic events post-TIA.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client experiencing motor loss as the result of a left-sided stroke. Which clinical manifestations would the nurse document?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hemiparesis on the right side and ataxia are common due to left-sided stroke affecting the contralateral motor cortex and coordination.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for several patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Which of the following patients is at the greatest risk of anoxic brain injury?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolonged submersion compromises oxygen delivery, leading to diffuse cerebral hypoxia, the primary cause of anoxic brain injury.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse recognizes that teaching a client to wash the hands after using the bathroom is an attempt to break the chain of infection between the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Handwashing interrupts the mode of transmission, preventing pathogens from reaching a portal of entry.
Question 5 of 5
A client has had a stapedectomy for otosclerosis 24 hours ago. What must the nurse teach the client about post-operative care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding coughing or nose blowing prevents dislodging the stapes prosthesis, reducing complications.