ATI RN
ATI Nurs 201 Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 4
The nurse is preparing discharge teaching for a client who has been recently diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the statements made by the client would indicate the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carrying a laundry basket with the tip of the fingers puts unnecessary strain on the joints, which is not recommended for clients with rheumatoid arthritis. The client should use their whole hand to avoid stressing the fingers.
Question 2 of 4
The charge nurse is planning the client assignments for the day. Which of the following is an appropriate assignment for the newly graduated registered nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 42-year-old male with dark stools and the need for dietary teaching is a stable assignment, making it suitable for a newly graduated nurse.
Question 3 of 4
A nurse in a medical clinic is providing teaching to an older adult client who has osteoarthritis that is affecting her knees. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The use of either heat or ice is appropriate for managing osteoarthritis pain. Heat can help relax muscles and improve blood flow, while ice can reduce inflammation and pain.
Question 4 of 4
A nurse is caring for a female client with rheumatoid arthritis, the client ask the nurse if it is safe to take aspirin. The nurse should recognize which of the following contraindications is of most concern?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A report of bloody stools is the most concerning contraindication for aspirin use because aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAI
D) that can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, which could be worsened by the presence of bloody stools.
Question 5 of 4
After a cholecystectomy the client might experience discomfort due to CO2 used during surgery. Which intervention will help the client ease the discomfort?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing the client in the right lateral position helps alleviate discomfort caused by CO2 retention after surgery, as it facilitates the release of trapped gas from the abdomen.