ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse easily and quickly assesses changes in level of consciousness (eye opening, verbal responses motor response) using which neurological exams?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses consciousness via eye, verbal, and motor responses, ideal for rapid neurological evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
To properly identify a cardiac rhythm, the nurse will obtain the following factors. (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: QRS after P waves, P wave presence, and equal P-P/R-R intervals confirm normal conduction and rhythm regularity. A 3-second strip is inaccurate, and U waves are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for client who is diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Which medical Intervention should the nurse anticipate for the complications of dysrhythmias?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A cardioverter-defibrillator is used to manage life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Nitrates worsen obstruction, transplantation is for end-stage failure, and stents treat coronary artery disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of bladder cancer Which of the following interventions should the nurse take to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Honest answers reduce anxiety and build trust, promoting comfort in a client with a new cancer diagnosis. Avoiding eye contact, limiting explanations, or choices can increase distress.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse easily and quickly assesses changes in level of consciousness (eye opening, verbal responses motor response) using which neurological exams?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses consciousness via eye, verbal, and motor responses, ideal for rapid neurological evaluation.