ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following obstructive sleep apnea risk factors and behavioral therapies should the nurse discuss with the client? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E,F
Rationale: CPAP compliance (
B) improves sleep quality by managing apnea. Obesity (
D) increases airway obstruction risk. Positional therapy (E) reduces apnea severity in certain positions. Smoking (F) exacerbates airway inflammation, increasing risk. Sedatives (
A) worsen apnea by relaxing airway muscles. Alcohol (
C) also promotes airway collapse.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge information to a client who has Parkinson's disease and their family members. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the discharge information?(Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Encouraging regular walking improves mobility and balance, fresh fruits and vegetables support overall health, and teaching walker use enhances safety and independence. Fluid restriction and minimizing outside activities are inappropriate as they may cause dehydration and reduce quality of life.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing a client who has COPD with education regarding adapting their behavior. Which of the following describes an anticipated outcome following education of the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Motivation and engagement empower the client to actively manage their COPD, improving quality of life. Repeating questions may indicate confusion, awareness of manifestations is a means to an end, and anxiety is not a desired outcome.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is assessing a client who was brought in by a neighbor after falling down suddenly while walking. Which of the following assessments are the priority for the nurse to complete?(Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Muscle strength, facial symmetry, and vision changes are critical to assess for neurological deficits like stroke post-fall.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected appendicitis. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain at McBurney's point is a hallmark sign of appendicitis.