ATI RN
ATI Custom Fundamentals Chapter 31 ALL Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse takes into consideration that when the patient has an order for patient-controlled analgesia (PCA),the pump will be programmed by the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The registered nurse programs the PCA pump ensuring correct settings per the provider’s order. The provider (
A) prescribes pharmaceutical companies (
B) do not program and LPNs/LVNs (
D) typically do not program PCA pumps.
Question 2 of 5
There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive,central and mixed complex. Obstructive apnea is the most common type. It is caused by the relaxation of the soft tissues which allows partial to total obstruction of the airway.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obstructive sleep apnea the most common type is caused by soft tissue relaxation obstructing the airway making the statement true.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse takes into consideration that when the patient has an order for patient-controlled analgesia (PCA),the pump will be programmed by the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The registered nurse programs the PCA pump ensuring correct settings per the provider’s order. The provider (
A) prescribes pharmaceutical companies (
B) do not program and LPNs/LVNs (
D) typically do not program PCA pumps.
Question 4 of 5
Medication such as sedatives and hypnotics are sometimes prescribed to promote sleep. These can be used for long-term relief.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sedatives and hypnotics are typically prescribed for short-term use due to risks of dependence and side effects making the statement false.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about pain control with a client who has acute pain following a subtotal gastric resection. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of pain control?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This statement indicates an understanding of proactive pain management. By requesting medication before the previous dose wears off the client helps maintain consistent pain control which is crucial for recovery and preventing pain escalation. Avoiding medication to prevent addiction (
A) can lead to uncontrolled pain waiting until pain is intolerable (
B) results in severe discomfort and relying on the nurse to evaluate pain (
C) delays relief.