ATI RN
ATI Nur 211 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is working in an outpatient clinic. The clinic has been alerted that there is an outbreak of tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following clients entering the clinic today are most likely to have TB?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Homeless individuals are at high risk for TB due to crowded conditions and poor health.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client who is scheduled for surgery to repair retinal detachment. Which of the following preoperative instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restricting head movement is crucial to prevent further damage to the retina. Sudden head movements can exacerbate the detachment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient prior to surgery for esophageal cancer. Which of the following would be considered a risk factor for the development of this disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: GERD is a significant risk factor for esophageal cancer, particularly adenocarcinoma.
Question 4 of 5
A client with bacterial pneumonia is admitted to the pediatric unit. What would the nurse expect the admitting assessment to reveal?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high fever is a common symptom in children with bacterial pneumonia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an adolescent with a ruptured appendix. What assessment findings would support the diagnosis of peritonitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A hard, rigid abdomen indicates involuntary guarding due to peritoneal inflammation.