ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about seeking medical attention for suspected melanoma skin cancer lesions. The client would demonstrate to the nurse an understanding of teaching by stating I will seek medical attention if the mole has:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Irregular borders are a warning sign of melanoma (ABCDE criteria). Single color, small diameter, and symmetry are typically benign.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected pulmonary embolism. Which assessment finding is most indicative of this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pleuritic chest pain, worsened by breathing, is a hallmark of pulmonary embolism due to pleural irritation from emboli.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a patient receiving a blood transfusion. For Which symptoms would the nurse stop the transfusion but NOT administer 0,9% normal saline?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dyspnea, crackles, hypertension, and edema suggest circulatory overload or TRALI, where saline worsens fluid overload, so it's not administered.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of bladder cancer Which of the following interventions should the nurse take to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Honest answers reduce anxiety and build trust, promoting comfort in a client with a new cancer diagnosis. Avoiding eye contact, limiting explanations, or choices can increase distress.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to start chemotherapy treatment advanced breast cancer. She tells the nurse she is worried about the adverse effects of the treatment. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about specific concerns encourages the client to express fears, allowing tailored education and support.