ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is diagnosed with a transient ischemic attack (TIA) and is prescribed clopidogrel. Which statement would indicate the medication education has been effective for this client? The client states, 'Clopidogrel
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel prevents platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of stroke post-TIA.
Question 2 of 5
A client's Pap test reveals cervical cells with dysplasia changes. The nurse understands that information obtained during the client's health history and identified as a major risk factor for cervical cancer is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Infection with high-risk strains of HPV is a major risk factor for cervical cancer, as it can cause cellular changes leading to dysplasia and potentially cancer.
Extract:
Blood Cell Normal Ranges
Red blood cells (mature, circulating)
• Male 4.51-6.01 million/mm3
• Female: 4.01-5.51 million/mm3
Hemoglobin
• Adult (15-64 yr)
• Male 14-17.3 g/dL
• Female 11.7-15.5 g/dL
Hematocrit
• 42% -52% in males
• 36% -48% in females
Reticulocytes 0.5% -2.5% of total RBC count
White blood cells (total) 4.5-11.1 103/mm3
Neutrophils
• 59%
• Bands 3%
• Segs-56%
Eosinophils 2.7%
Basophils 0.5%
Lymphocytes 34%
Monocytes 4%
Platelets 150,000-450,000/mm3
Question 3 of 5
A client is post-op nephrectomy for renal cancer. Which lab results would cause most concern for the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An elevated WBC count (normal 4.5-11.1 x 10³/mm³) post-nephrectomy suggests possible infection or inflammation, a critical concern requiring further investigation.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with prostate cancer asks the nurse the importance of the prostate specific antigen (PSA). The nurse explains to the client that the PSA:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PSA is primarily used as a screening tool for prostate cancer, helping to detect potential issues early, though it is not definitive for diagnosis as it can be elevated in benign conditions like prostatitis or BPH.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is evaluating a client's response to ondansetron following the administration of chemotherapy. Which finding indicates an expected outcome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Tolerating oral fluids indicates effective nausea control, an expected outcome of ondansetron.