ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a male patient who complains about a small 'lump' that he discovered in his right testicle. What would be the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking about pain helps differentiate potential causes (e.g., testicular cancer, epididymitis), guiding further assessment of the testicular lump.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement, made by a client being discharged to home after a radical cystectomy, indicates a need for further clarification by the nurse? 'I will:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: After a radical cystectomy, normal voiding is not possible due to bladder removal; clients typically have a urinary diversion, indicating a need for clarification.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client that has undergone a modified left radical mastectomy with lymph node removal. Which intervention would assist in preventing lymphedema?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the arm above heart level promotes lymphatic drainage, reducing fluid accumulation and the risk of lymphedema post-mastectomy.
Question 4 of 5
A 78-year-old client is admitted to the Emergency Department (ED) with numbness and weakness of the right arm and slurred speech. Which nursing intervention is a priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A STAT CT scan is critical to diagnose the cause of neurological symptoms (e.g., stroke), guiding time-sensitive treatment decisions.
Question 5 of 5
Which initial assessment finding(s) would the nurse expect in a client diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thrombocytopenia in ALL leads to petechiae and epistaxis due to low platelet counts, common initial findings at diagnosis.