ATI RN
ATI N200 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning the care of a client diagnosed with emphysema. The client is not currently reporting increased dyspnea, but the nurse has noted the client is anxious. Which nursing intervention(s) should be implemented?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Comfort measures (
D) address anxiety non-pharmacologically. Inhalers/oxygen (
A), lorazepam (
B), or napping (
C) are less immediate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing clients for their risk of developing Scleroderma. Which of these clients should the nurse consider at lowest risk?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lupus is associated with a higher risk of autoimmune conditions, including Scleroderma. A male working as a teacher is less likely to have occupational or genetic predispositions for Scleroderma. Chemical exposure can increase the risk of developing Scleroderma. A family history of Scleroderma raises the genetic risk of developing the condition.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Venturi mask?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venturi masks provide precise oxygen concentrations (
C). Rebreathing (
A), high flow (
B), and independence (
D) are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse evaluates the client's recall of the instructions about gout. Which response would indicate that the client understands the therapeutic regimen? 'I:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight gain can worsen gout by increasing joint stress and uric acid levels. Climate change is not a treatment or preventive measure for gout. Avoiding wine is correct as alcohol, especially beer and wine, can trigger gout flares. Discontinuing Allopurinol abruptly can lead to worsening of gout symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
An older adult client with chronic respiratory disease tells the nurse it is unnecessary to receive the pneumococcal pneumonia vaccine because the influenza vaccine was just received two months ago. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Influenza vaccine doesn't protect against bacterial pneumonia; pneumococcal vaccine (
A) is needed. Full protection (
B), flu causing pneumonia (
C), and carrier prevention (
D) are incorrect.