ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Respiratory Exam 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: D,E
Rationale: D: A young woman with allergic rhinitis can safely use alpha-adrenergic decongestants if she has no other contraindications. E: A young adult without underlying health issues can typically use these medications safely.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging fluid intake helps thin mucus, aiding airway clearance in COPD patients.
Question 3 of 5
What is albuterol (Proventil) used to treat?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol is a bronchodilator used to relieve acute bronchospasm in conditions like asthma and COPD.
Question 4 of 5
What nursing intervention enhances the nutritional status of a patient with COPD?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Small, frequent meals reduce fullness and make eating easier for COPD patients with dyspnea.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer prednisone 40 mg PO to an adolescent client. Available is prednisone oral solution 5 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 40 mL
Rationale: Volume = (40 mg / 1 mg/mL) = 40 mL, as 5 mg/5 mL = 1 mg/mL.