2024 ATI M ed Surg Exam 3 New Latest Version with All Questions from Actual Past Exam and 100% Correct Answers Question 1: Which of the following medications are used to treat and prevent strokes? A. Antihypertensive medication B. Anti-cholesterol medication C. Antiplatelet medication D. All of the above Show correct answer and explanation Explanation Choice A: Antihypertensive medication lowers blood pressure, which reduces the risk of stroke caused by high blood pressure or hypertension. Choice B: Anti -cholesterol medication lowers the level of cholesterol in the blood, which reduces the risk of stroke caused by atherosclerosis or plaque buildup in the arteries. Choice C: Antiplatelet medication prevents blood clots from forming, which reduces the risk of stroke caused by ischemia or blockage of blood flow to the brain. Choice D: All of the above medications are used to treat and prevent strokes, as they address di fferent risk factors and causes of stroke. Question 2: What is the main side e ffect of IV Thrombolytic therapy TPA? A. High blood pressure B. Bleeding C. Confusion D. All of the above Show correct answer and explanation Explanation Choice A: High blood pressure is not a side e ffect of IV Thrombolytic therapy TPA, but rather a contraindication or a reason not to use it. TPA can increase the risk of bleeding in patients with high blood pressure. Choice B: Bleeding is the main side e ffect of IV Thrombolytic therapy TPA, as it dissolves blood clots and can cause bleeding in the brain or other parts of the body. Choice C: Confusion is not a side e ffect of IV Thrombolytic therapy TPA, but rather a symptom of stroke. TPA can improve confusion by restoring blood flow to the brain. Choice D: All of the above is not correct, as only bleeding is a side e ffect of IV Thrombolytic therapy TPA. Question 3: Assisting a stroke patient with feeding would include: A. Head of bed 45 degrees B. Patient should be on a regular diet to rebuild their swallowing ability C. Have patient sit upright 90 degrees in bed or chair D. All of the above Show correct answer and explanation Explanation Choice A: Head of bed 45 degrees is not enough to prevent aspiration or choking, as the patient may still have difficulty swallowing and clearing their airway. Choice B: Patient should be on a regular diet to rebuild their swallowing ability is not correct, as the patient may need a modified diet depending on their level of dysphagia or swallowing impairment. A regular diet may pose a risk of aspiration or chokin g. Choice C: Have patient sit upright 90 degrees in bed or chair is correct, as this position helps the patient align their head and neck and use gravity to facilitate swallowing and prevent aspiration. Choice D: All of the above is not correct, as only choice C is appropriate for assisting a stroke patient with feeding. Question 4: Which health care discipline would the nurse consult to help a stroke patient with nutrition? A. Speech therapist B. Respiratory therapist C. Physical therapist D. Social worker Show correct answer and explanation Explanation
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