ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse knows the rationale for combination chemotherapy is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Combination chemotherapy uses multiple agents to target different cancer cell mechanisms, enhancing efficacy while reducing toxicity and resistance.
Question 2 of 5
After receiving report, which client diagnosed with cancer should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neutropenia with possible infection is critical due to the high risk of severe complications.
Question 3 of 5
What genetic abnormality would a nurse expect in a client diagnosed with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Philadelphia chromosome, a translocation between chromosomes 9 and 22 forming the BCR-ABL fusion gene, is the hallmark genetic abnormality in CML.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the telemetry unit with a new onset of the following rhythm. The nurse assesses the rhythm as. The nurse plans to administer.... for the rhythm and intravenous....to prevent blood clots.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation requires rate control (amiodarone) and anticoagulation (heparin) to prevent thromboembolism.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client who reports symptoms of dyspnea. The nurse notes edema of the upper arms, face, and neck. What is the nurse's priority assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blood pressure and heart rate are critical to assess in dyspnea and edema, as they may indicate respiratory distress or cardiac issues requiring immediate intervention.