ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The patient, age 35, is admitted with aplastic anemia. He asks the nurse what aplastic anemia is. An accurate response would be that
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aplastic anemia involves depressed bone marrow activity, reducing production of all blood cells. The other options describe different conditions.
Question 2 of 5
Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care for a 72-year-old woman admitted with multiple myeloma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring fluid intake and output is essential to assess for dehydration or fluid overload due to renal complications in multiple myeloma. The other actions are less relevant.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing breast self-examination (BSE) teaching with a client who is menopausal. Which of the following statements by the client indicate an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: These statements reflect correct BSE techniques: checking underarms, flexible timing post-menopause, shower exams, and using fingertips. Pressing too firmly can cause discomfort and is unnecessary.
Question 4 of 5
A nursing student is doing a presentation on human papillomavirus (HPV) for a young adult group aged 18 to 20 years old. What information should the nursing student include in this presentation?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: These options provide accurate information: many HPV infections resolve spontaneously, certain types can cause cervical cancer, and it is primarily spread through vaginal or anal sex. Option D is incorrect as HPV can be contracted from a single partner, and option E is false due to available vaccines and treatments.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is to undergo a breast biopsy by needle aspiration. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A well-fitting bra supports the breast and minimizes bruising post-biopsy. Sedation is not used, results take days, and cold packs, not heating pads, reduce swelling.