ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 300 Day Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The client was given a medical prescription for tizanidine. What information would the nurse provide regarding this medication? Tizanidine is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant used to reduce spasticity in ALS, alleviating muscle stiffness and discomfort.
Question 2 of 5
To achieve the outcome of fall prevention at home in the client diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD), which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adequate lighting reduces fall risk in Parkinson's disease by improving visibility of obstacles, addressing balance and coordination issues.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse monitors the client in the immediate hours following an anterior-lateral wall myocardial infarction for the development of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ventricular dysrhythmias are a common and life-threatening complication in the immediate hours following an anterior-lateral wall myocardial infarction due to electrical disturbances caused by myocardial injury.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The client was given a medical prescription for tizanidine. What information would the nurse provide regarding this medication? Tizanidine is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant used to reduce spasticity in ALS, alleviating muscle stiffness and discomfort.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of teaching the proper use of a metered dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer. The nurse understands the teaching has been effective when the client demonstrates which technique?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inhaling slowly through the spacer and holding breath for 10 seconds maximizes medication deposition in the lungs.