ATI RN
ATI Nur 112 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The home health nurse observes that a female client is using a topical preparation that contains echinacea to treat a canker sore. Her husband expresses concern regarding the effectiveness and safety of using herbs. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Echinacea has immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, making it useful for treating infections like canker sores, supporting its topical use.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notes that a client has been receiving hydromorphone every six hours for four days. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to complete?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydromorphone can cause constipation or paralytic ileus. Auscultating bowel sounds is critical to detect early signs of these gastrointestinal complications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client who has been diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) about the antiretroviral medication regimen. Which statement provided by the client requires additional instruction by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: While antiretroviral therapy significantly reduces the risk of HIV transmission, it does not completely prevent it. The client needs further instruction to understand that preventive measures, such as condoms, are still necessary to minimize transmission risk.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client how to use an inhaler device. Which client statement indicates to the nurse that the client understands the instructions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after inhaler use, especially with corticosteroids, prevents oral thrush and irritation, indicating proper understanding of instructions.
Question 5 of 5
A client has a prescription for heparin 5000 units IV STAT. Several pre-filled syringes of low molecular weight heparin are available in the client's medication drawer. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low molecular weight heparin and unfractionated heparin are not interchangeable. The nurse must obtain the correct heparin form as prescribed.