ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The term 'Leukopenia' is the medical term for which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leukopenia refers to a low white blood cell count. Anemia is low red blood cells, leukocytosis is high white blood cells, and thrombocytopenia is low platelets.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding about a patient with polycythemia vera is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calf swelling and pain may indicate deep vein thrombosis, a serious complication requiring urgent attention. Plethora, elevated platelets, and high hematocrit are expected in polycythemia vera.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of ovarian cysts is seen by the primary health care provider (PHCP). The client has had 2 previous surgeries related to this condition. Her PHCP recommends an exploratory laparoscopic procedure for the current ovarian cyst, which has persisted for several months. The client states that the prior ovarian cysts were benign and questions the need for this procedure. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response validates the client's feelings and opens a dialogue for further discussion, allowing the client to express her concerns and receive appropriate information and support. The other options either cause unnecessary fear, dismiss the client's concerns, or fail to encourage open discussion.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the frequency of breast self-examination (BSE) with a young adult client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing BSE on the first day of each month ensures consistency and ease of remembering, suitable for clients with or without regular cycles.