ATI Capstone Post-Assessment 50 Questions and Verified Answers

ATI CAPSTONE POST-ASSESSMENT,
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
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ATI CAPSTONE EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
DETAILED ANSWERS


16. A nurse is caring for a client who is 24 hours postoperative
following a carotid endarterectomy. Which of the following findings is
the priority to report?



A. A blood pressure of 138/86 mmHg



B. Incisional pain rated as 4 on a scale of 10



C. Hoarseness or difficulty swallowing



D. Bruising around the incision site

, Correct Answer: Ž C. Hoarseness or difficulty swallowing



Rationale: Following neck surgery, hoarseness or swallowing difficulty
can indicate nerve damage or laryngeal edema, which poses a direct
threat to the airway.



17. A nurse is reviewing the medication record of a client who has a new
prescription for Celecoxib. Which of the following conditions is a
contraindication?



A. Osteoarthritis



B. Allergy to sulfonamides



C. Rheumatoid arthritis



D. History of migraines



Correct Answer: Ž B. Allergy to sulfonamides



Rationale: Celecoxib is a NSAID that contains a sulfur molecule; it is