ATI RN
ATI RN Targeted Medical Surgical Respiratory Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which patient(s) would be able to take an alpha-adrenergic decongestant safely? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Young, healthy individuals with rhinitis or cold symptoms can safely use decongestants. Heart disease, glaucoma, or prostatic hypertrophy increase risks due to vasoconstriction or anticholinergic effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a pneumonectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Splinting the incision during coughing reduces pain and supports healing post-pneumonectomy, minimizing complications like wound dehiscence.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is admitted to the hospital with SOB. The nurse notices increasing confusion and combativeness during the past hour. Which of the following actions is appropriate first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the patient and oxygen delivery ensures hypoxemia, a likely cause of confusion and combativeness, is addressed first. Other actions may follow based on findings.
Question 4 of 5
Which patient(s) would be able to take an alpha-adrenergic decongestant safely? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Young, healthy individuals with rhinitis or cold symptoms can safely use decongestants. Heart disease, glaucoma, or prostatic hypertrophy increase risks due to vasoconstriction or anticholinergic effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adequate hydration thins respiratory secretions, aiding clearance in COPD. Scheduled coughing is not individualized, a low-protein diet weakens respiratory muscles, and lying down after eating can increase dyspnea.