ATI Practice B

Question 1

What is a nursing priority for a child that has RSV?

Answer 1

Maintain O2 sat at 90% or greater

Question 2

What is one of the roles of a change agent?

Answer 2

Discuss possible outcomes to the proposed change

Ex: Talks with a group of coworkers about the benefits of a provider order entry system

Question 3

What is Beractant?

Answer 3

An artificial surfactant that reduces the surface tension of the lungs which increases expansion and oxygenation

Question 4

Why could yoga classes be beneficial for someone who has Parkinson’s disease?

Answer 4

It helps to improve mobility and elevate mood

Question 5

Manifestations of Cushing’s disease

Answer 5

Increased BP and hair growth

Question 6

Sign of Hepatic Encephalopathy

Answer 6

Babinski sign of reflex is present in an adult client who has neurological changes due to hepatic encephalopathy

Question 7

What is altruism?

Answer 7

Considers the well-being of coworkers and others

Question 8

What is the difference between Tylenol and ibuprofen?

Answer 8

Ibuprofen is an NSAID and Tylenol is not

Question 9

How is Hepatitis C typically transmitted?

Answer 9

through blood

Question 10

How should someone with a pacemaker handle their cellphone?

Answer 10

one the opposite side of the body as the pacemaker

Question 11

Give an example of the preparation stage of the Stages of Change model

Answer 11

Developing a presentation for staff members about 24-hour rooming-in

Question 12

Give an example of the contemplation stage of the Stages of Change model

Answer 12

Investigating clinical models for providing postpartum care is the contemplation stage

Question 13

How should surfactants be given?

Answer 13

Administer the medication via endotracheal instillation

Question 14

What does veracity mean?

Answer 14

Being truthful

Question 15

What does fidelity mean?

Answer 15

keeping your word

Question 16

What are singed nasal hairs and eyelashes a sign of?

Answer 16

Inhalation injuries from smoke

Question 17

Who can activate the Rapid Response Team?

Answer 17

a client’s family members and other healthcare personnel

Question 18

When is the Code Team called?

Answer 18

For cardiac or respiratory arrest

Question 19

What should someone with degenerative disk disease with low back pain and an injury be given education about?

Answer 19

Maintain their weight within 10% of ideal body weight because obesity can cause increased stress on the vertebral column and back muscles

Question 20

What should the nurse notify the provider about with a patient who has encephalitis?

Answer 20

widened pulse pressure (large difference between systolic and diastolic numbers) because it shows decrease in neuro status and can lead to herniation of the brain

Question 21

What is smoothing

Answer 21

one party attempts to pacify the other party to minimize emotions

Question 22

Give an example of malpractice

Answer 22

A nurse forgets to request physical therapy services for a client who has weakness and client falls

Question 23

What is cryptosporidiosis?

Answer 23

A GI infection that causes diarrhea, wasting, and fluid and electrolyte imbalances

Question 24

What should the diet for cystic fibrosis consist of?

Answer 24

Foods that are high in protein

Question 25

When should Pancreatic enzymes be given to a cystic fibrosis patient?

Answer 25

at the beginning of each meal or snack

Question 26

What are the signs of cardiogenic shock after an MI?

Answer 26

tachypnea, tachycardia, hypotension, decreased cardiac output, and increased oxygen demand

Question 27

How should the dressing for a Stage IV pressure ulcer be secured?

Answer 27

Secure the dressing over the ulcer with tape

Question 28

What is one of the roles of a charge nurse?

Answer 28

Review the facility’s chain of command and invoke the process when needed

Question 29

What complication can occur with a ventriculoperitoneal shunt?

Answer 29

peritonitis or a paralytic ileus in the postoperative period (watch for abdominal distention)

Question 30

What should be included in the diet of someone who has SLE?

Answer 30

Calcium-rich foods because they are at risk for osteoporosis due to using glucocorticoid steroids

Question 31

What are some interventions for a newborn with a mom who has HIV?

Answer 31

delay the administration of phytonadione until the newborn has been bathed

Question 32

Manifestations of a spinal cord injury

Answer 32

severe headache and full bladder

Question 33

Manifestations of advanced-stage cirrhosis

Answer 33

petechiae, pruritus, hemorrhoids, increased bleeding time, enlarged spleen, decreased platelet count, portal hypertension (dilated veins)

Question 34

How is Hepatitis A usually transmitted?

Answer 34

contaminated food handled from person to person

Question 35

What are the steps that need to be taught for coughing if someone has a spinal injury?

Answer 35

1. place one hand over the other with fingers interlocked on the upper abdomen
2. take a breath and then cough while exhaling
3. lock elbows and push inward and upward as the client coughs
4. allow the client to rest