ATI RN Fundamentals A nurse educator is reviewing w/a newly hired nurse the difference in clinical
... [Show More] manifestations of a
localized vs. a systemic infection. The nurse indicates understanding when she states that which
of the following are clinical manifestations of a systemic infection? Select all.
A. Fever
B. Malaise
C. Edema
D. Pain or tenderness
E. Increase in pulse & respiratory rate
A, B, E
Rational: Edema and pain and tenderness is localized
A nurse is teaching a young adult client about health promotion & illness prevention. Which of
the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
A. "I already had my immunizations as a child, so I'm protected in that area."
B. "It is important to schedule routine health care visits even if I'm feeling well."
C. "If I'm having any discomfort, I'll just got to an urgent care center."
D. "If I am felling stressed, I will remind myself that this is something I should expect."
B. "It is important to schedule routine health care visits even if I'm feeling well."
Rational: Routine health screenings are important at any age
A nursing instructor is explaining the various stages of the lifespan to a group of nursing
students. The nurse should offer which of the following behaviors by a young adult as an
example of appropriate psychosocial development?
A. Becoming actively involved in providing guidance to the next generation
B. Adjusting to major changes in roles and relationships due to losses
C. Devoting a great deal of time to establishing an occupation
D. Finding oneself "sandwiched" in between & being responsible for 2 generations
C. Devoting a great deal of time to establishing an occupation
Rational: Exploring and establishing career options & establishing oneself is important
developmental task in a young adult
A nurse is counseling a young adult who describes having difficulty dealing w/several issues.
Which of the following problems the client verbalized should the nurse identify as the priority
for further assessment & intervention?
A. "I have my own apartment now, but it's not easy living away from my parents."
B. "It's been so stressful for me to even think about having my own family."
C. "I don't even know who I am yet, & now I'm supposed to know what to do."
D. "My girlfriend is pregnant, & I don't think I have what it takes to be a good father."
C. "I don't even know who I am yet, & now I'm supposed to know what to do."
Rational: Applying Erikson stages of development, knowing oneself is done in adolescence, and
this requires the most urgent help
A nurse is reviewing safety precautions w/a group of young adults at a community health fair.
Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include specifically for this age
group? Select all.
A. Install bath rails & grab bars in bathrooms
B. Wear a helmet while skiing
C. Install a carbon monoxide detector
D. Secure firearms in a safe location
E. Remove throw rugs from the home
B, C, D
Rational: A is recommended for older adults and E as well for risk of falls
A nurse is reviewing the CDC's immunization recommendations w/a young adult client. Which
of the following recommendations should the nurse include in this discussion? Select all.
A. Human papillomavirus
B. Measles, mumps, rubella
C. Varicella
D. Haemophilus influenzae type b
E. Polio
A, B, C
Rational: D is not for after 18 months of age and polio is also given as a child and not usually
beyond 18 yrs old
A nurse is caring for an 82-yr-old client in the ER who has an oral body temp of 38.3 C (101 F),
a pulse rate of 114/min, & a RR of 22/min. He is restless & his skin is warm. Which of the
following are appropriate nursing interventions for this client? Select all. [Show Less]