ATI Questions for Meds, Older Adult, Sensory, and CAT

A nurse is preparing a health promotion course for a group of middle adults. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend? (select all that apply.) A. eye examination every 1 to 3 years B. decrease intake of calcium supplements C. dXA screening for osteoporosis D. increase intake of carbohydrate in the diet E. screening for depressive disorders

A, C, D, E

A nurse is collecting history and physical examination data from a middle adult. the nurse should expect to find decreases in which of the following physiologic functions? (select all that apply.) A.Metabolism B.Ability to hear low‑pitched sounds C.Gastric secretions D.Far vision E.Glomerular filtration

A, C, E

A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client as part of a neurosensory examination. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect as changes associated with aging? (select all that apply.) a. slower light touch sensation b. some vision and hearing decline c. slower fine finger movement d. some short‑term memory decline e. slower superficial pain sensation

B, C, D

A nurse is planning a presentation for a group of older adults about health promotion and disease prevention. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to recommend? (select all that apply.) A. Human papilloma virus (HPV) immunization B. Pneumococcal immunization C. Yearly eye examination D. Periodic mental health screening E. Annual fecal occult blood test

B, C, D, E

A nurse is caring for a client who recently had a cerebrovascular accident and has aphasia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to promote communication with this client? (Select all that apply.) A. Increase the volume of your voice. B. Make sure only one person speaks at a time C. Avoid discouraging the client by saying that you do not understand him. D.Allow plenty of time for the client to respond E. Use brief sentences with simple words.

B, C, E

A nurse is collecting data to evaluate a middle adult's psychosocial development. the nurse should expect middle adults to demonstrate which of the following developmental tasks? (select all that apply.) A. develop an acceptance of diminished strength and increased dependence on others. B. spend time focusing on improving job performance. C. Welcome opportunities to be creative and productive. D. Commit to finding friendship and companionship. E. Become involved with community issues and activities

B, C, E

A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client as part of a comprehensive physical examination. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect as associated with aging? (select all that apply.) A. skin thickening B. decreased height C. Increased saliva production D. nail thickening E. decreased bladder capacity

B, D, E

A nurse is caring for a client who had an amphetamine overdose and has sensory overload. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement? A. immediately complete a thorough assessment. B.Put the client in a room with a client who has a hearing loss. C.Provide a private room, and limit stimulation. D.Speak at a higher volume to the client, and encourage ambulation.

C

A nurse is assessing a client's neurosensory system. to evaluate stereognosis, the nurse should ask the client to close his eyes and identify which of the following items? a. a word she whispers 30 cm from his ear b. a number she traces on the palm of his hand c. the vibration of a tuning fork she places on his foot d. a familiar object she places in his hand

D

A nurse is counseling an older adult who describes having difficulty dealing with several issues. Which of the following problems verbalized by the client should the nurse identify as the priority? A."I spent my whole life dreaming about retirement, and now I wish I had my job back." B."It's been so stressful for me to have to depend on my son to help around the house." C."I just heard my friend Al died. that's the third one in 3 months." D."I keep forgetting which medications I have taken during the day."

D

A nursing instructor is explaining the various stages of the lifespan to a group of nursing students. Which of the following examples should the nurse include as a developmental task for middle adulthood? A. the client evaluates his behavior after a social interaction. B. the client states he is learning to trust others. C. the client wishes to find meaningful friendships. D. the client expresses concerns about the next generation.

D. Generativity vs. stagnation

A nurse is preparing to administer a 0900 medication to a client. Which of the following are acceptable administration times for this medication? (Select all that apply). A. 0905 B. 0825 C. 1000 D. 0840 E. 0935

D. 0840 It is within 30 minutes of the time the medication is due

A nurse is caring for a client scheduled for abdominal surgery. the client reports being worried. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. offer information on a relaxation technique and ask the client if he is interested in trying it. B. request a social worker see the client to discuss meditation. C. attempt to use biofeedback techniques with the client. D. tell the client many people feel the same way before surgery and to think of something else.

a

A nurse is reviewing complementary and alternative therapies with a group of nursing students. the nurse should classify which of the following interventions as a mind‑body therapy? (select all that apply.) a. art therapy B. acupressure C. yoga d. therapeutic touch e.Biofeedback

a, c, e