ATI RN
ATI Nurs 211 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The most widely used bibliographic database by nursing professionals is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature) is the most widely used database by nursing professionals for research and evidence-based practice. ANA is an organization, Socinfo focuses on social sciences, and Medic is not a recognized database.
Question 2 of 5
A student nurse has designed a database in which data are confined to only one table. The nurse has created which model of database?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A flat database stores data in a single table with no relationships between different data elements. Relational databases involve multiple linked tables, while network and hierarchical databases have more complex structures.
Question 3 of 5
In administering a calcium channel blocker to a patient diagnosed with primary hypertension, the nurse understands this is due to which mechanism of action of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calcium channel blockers relax vascular smooth muscle by blocking calcium influx, reducing blood pressure.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement describes the action of a beta-adrenergic agent for a patient with a respiratory disorder such as asthma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Beta-adrenergic agents stimulate beta-2 receptors, relaxing airway muscles and causing bronchodilation, improving airflow in asthma.
Question 5 of 5
Kurt Lewin's Field Theory is comprised of the following three stages in the correct order
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct order in Kurt Lewin's Field Theory is Unfreezing (preparing for change), Moving to a New Level or Change (implementing the change), and Refreezing (stabilizing the change). The other options contain incorrect stages or orders.