ATI RN
ATI Medsurg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing a physical examination on a client. Which of the following should be an appropriate action by the nurse to prevent the spread of infection during a physical examination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand washing before and after client encounters is critical to prevent infection transmission, unlike selective glove use or skipping post-glove hygiene.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client in the emergency department who complains of acute pain in the abdomen. Which of the following should be the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the type and cause of abdominal pain is the priority to guide appropriate treatment, avoiding premature medication or delays.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the client's record, laboratory studies, objective data, and subjective data combine to form which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The database compiles all client health data, including records, labs, and subjective/objective findings, for comprehensive care planning.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing the intensity of a client's pain. Which of the following should be the appropriate question by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking 'How much pain do you have now?' directly assesses pain intensity, unlike questions about function, quality, or aggravating factors.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client's pain. The nurse should recognize which of the following is the most reliable indicator of pain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client's subjective report is the most reliable pain indicator, as pain is a personal experience, unlike vital signs or nurse intuition.