ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment of the clients lungs. The nurse recognizes that the left lung:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The left lung has two lobes (upper and lower), unlike the right lung’s three. It’s not limited to the upper lobe posteriorly, not shorter due to the stomach, and lacks a horizontal fissure, which is specific to the right lung.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a group of clients about modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Smoking (
Choice
B) is a significant modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, as it damages heart and blood vessels, leading to atherosclerosis. Hypertension (
Choice
C) can be managed with lifestyle changes and medication, making it modifiable, and it damages arteries over time. Diabetes (
Choice
D) is modifiable through blood sugar control, as high glucose levels harm blood vessels. High cholesterol (
Choice E) is modifiable through diet, exercise, and medication, as it contributes to plaque buildup. Age (
Choice
A) is a risk factor but not modifiable, as individuals cannot change their age.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing the carotid arteries of a client with cardiovascular disease. What action should be performed next by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palpating both carotid arteries simultaneously allows comparison of pulse amplitude, helping detect vascular abnormalities. Light observation, breath-holding, or showing the stethoscope diaphragm are not standard for carotid assessment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to assess the visual acuity of an adult client. Which of the following assessment should the nurse use for visual acuity?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Snellen chart, positioned 20 feet away, is the standard for testing distance visual acuity. The confrontation test assesses peripheral vision, and Jaeger cards and newsprint test near vision.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing a breast exam on a client. The client asks the nurse why the left breast is slightly larger than the right breast. Which of the following should be the appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Slight asymmetry in breast size is a normal variation in many women and is not typically a cause for concern. Breastfeeding may cause temporary asymmetry, but not all asymmetry is due to this. Sudden uneven increases in size are not normal and require investigation, and perfect symmetry is rare.