ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 3 Fall 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing education on epidemiology to a nursing student. Which of the following statements indicates the importance of epidemiology to the community health nurse? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Epidemiology relates to health status (
B), analyzes root causes (
C), evaluates interventions (
D), and defines disease burden (E), all critical to community health nursing. Interpreting legislation (
A) is unrelated.
Extract:
A 25-year-old hospitalized client diagnosed with multiple sclerosis has significant muscle weakness in the lower extremities bilaterally.
Question 2 of 5
Discharge plans are being made for a 25-year-old hospitalized client diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The client has significant muscle weakness in the lower extremities bilaterally. Which of the following facilities should the nurse expect this client to be discharged to?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A rehabilitation facility is the best option for this client because it provides short-term, intensive therapy to improve function and independence, suitable for significant muscle weakness.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A community health nurse is conducting an educational program on various environmental pollutants. The nurse should emphasize that clients who have which of the following disorders are especially vulnerable to ozone effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asthma makes clients vulnerable to ozone effects, as it worsens airway inflammation and narrowing when exposed to this lung-irritating pollutant.
Extract:
A client who requires seizure precautions.
Question 4 of 5
In caring for a client who requires seizure precautions, the practical nurse (PN) should ensure the ready availability of equipment to perform which procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To prevent or treat aspiration, a potential complication of seizures, the practical nurse (PN) should ensure the ready availability of equipment to perform suctioning of the trachea. This involves inserting a catheter into the trachea to remove secretions or debris from the airway.
Extract:
A client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving the patient extra time to perform activities is appropriate because bradykinesia causes slow movement, and this respects the patient’s autonomy while reducing frustration.