ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is hospitalized for insertion of an internal cervical radiation implant. While giving care, the nurse finds the radiation implant in the bed. The initial action by the nurse is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using long-handled forceps and a lead container minimizes radiation exposure and ensures safe handling of the radioactive implant.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notes serosanguinous drainage from the nasogastric tube in the immediate postoperative period of a client who had a gastrectomy for gastric cancer. Which nursing action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Serosanguinous drainage is common post-gastrectomy, and monitoring is appropriate to identify any concerning changes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is giving discharge instructions to a client newly diagnosed with lung cancer. The nurse understands the client requires additional discharge teaching when the client states:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing smoking in the house exposes the client to secondhand smoke, which can worsen lung cancer and hinder recovery.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is to receive 40 mg PO of Lisinopril. The medication is supplied in 20 mg tablets. What should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 2 tablets
Rationale: Divide prescribed dose (40 mg) by tablet strength (20 mg): 40 mg / 20 mg = 2 tablets.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is presenting information to the public regarding steps to decrease the risk for cancer development. The nurse includes which information as a form of primary prevention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: HPV vaccination prevents cervical cancer by protecting against the virus, making it a primary prevention strategy.