ATI - ALTERATIONS IN IMMUNITY AND INFLAMMATORY EXAM 2025
WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. A patient with a history of antimicrobial resistance is prescribed a new
antibiotic. What should the nurse monitor closely during the patient's
treatment?
The patient for any serious side effects from the antibiotic
The patient's dietary intake
The patient's family history of infections
The patient's blood pressure only
2. The nurse is teaching a client who has HIV about preventing secondary
infections. Which action is most important for the nurse to include for
helping the client prevent a secondary infection?
Avoiding cleaning up pet excrement
Wearing a mask in public places
Frequently washing hands
Adhering to prophylactic antibiotics
3. Describe the significance of monitoring night sweats in a patient with
acute HIV infection.
Night sweats are a common symptom of bacterial infections.
Night sweats are a sign of effective treatment for HIV.
Night sweats are unrelated to HIV and indicate a different illness.
Night sweats can indicate the body's immune response to the
HIV virus during the acute stage.
4. What is a common symptom that may indicate a patient has acute
,sinusitis?
, Nausea
Fever
Coughing
Facial pressure
5. What is one key recommendation for preventing the spread of influenza
during flu season?
Disinfect surfaces frequently
Wear heavy clothing indoors
Avoid all outdoor activities
Increase intake of sugary foods
6. Describe why prolonged contact is a significant risk factor for the
transmission of bacterial meningitis in college environments.
Prolonged contact reduces the need for vaccinations.
Prolonged contact is less common in college settings.
Prolonged contact increases the likelihood of close interactions,
facilitating the spread of bacteria.
Prolonged contact allows for better hygiene practices among
students.
7. Why is it important for patients to complete the entire course of
prescribed antibiotics?
It prevents the need for future medical appointments.
It allows patients to feel better faster without side effects.
It ensures that the antibiotics are effective against all types of
infections.
, Completing the entire course of antibiotics helps to ensure that
all bacteria are eliminated and reduces the risk of developing
resistance.
8. A patient presents with facial pressure, nasal congestion, and a headache.
Based on these symptoms, what should the nurse prioritize in the
assessment?
Assessment for allergies
Assessment for influenza
Assessment for acute sinusitis
Assessment for a dental abscess
9. Which disorder would the nurse suspect in a client who reports hair loss,
joint pain, and a facial rash and has a medical record showing the
presence of a butterfly rash?
RA
Angioedema
SLE
Scleroderma
10. In a scenario where a patient with osteoarthritis is experiencing severe
pain, which of the following medications would be appropriate to
anticipate for their treatment?
azathioprine
opioid
naproxen
hydroxychloroquine
11. A client who is regaining consciousness after a craniotomy. The nurse
would monitor the patient's vital signs. Which of the following may
WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. A patient with a history of antimicrobial resistance is prescribed a new
antibiotic. What should the nurse monitor closely during the patient's
treatment?
The patient for any serious side effects from the antibiotic
The patient's dietary intake
The patient's family history of infections
The patient's blood pressure only
2. The nurse is teaching a client who has HIV about preventing secondary
infections. Which action is most important for the nurse to include for
helping the client prevent a secondary infection?
Avoiding cleaning up pet excrement
Wearing a mask in public places
Frequently washing hands
Adhering to prophylactic antibiotics
3. Describe the significance of monitoring night sweats in a patient with
acute HIV infection.
Night sweats are a common symptom of bacterial infections.
Night sweats are a sign of effective treatment for HIV.
Night sweats are unrelated to HIV and indicate a different illness.
Night sweats can indicate the body's immune response to the
HIV virus during the acute stage.
4. What is a common symptom that may indicate a patient has acute
,sinusitis?
, Nausea
Fever
Coughing
Facial pressure
5. What is one key recommendation for preventing the spread of influenza
during flu season?
Disinfect surfaces frequently
Wear heavy clothing indoors
Avoid all outdoor activities
Increase intake of sugary foods
6. Describe why prolonged contact is a significant risk factor for the
transmission of bacterial meningitis in college environments.
Prolonged contact reduces the need for vaccinations.
Prolonged contact is less common in college settings.
Prolonged contact increases the likelihood of close interactions,
facilitating the spread of bacteria.
Prolonged contact allows for better hygiene practices among
students.
7. Why is it important for patients to complete the entire course of
prescribed antibiotics?
It prevents the need for future medical appointments.
It allows patients to feel better faster without side effects.
It ensures that the antibiotics are effective against all types of
infections.
, Completing the entire course of antibiotics helps to ensure that
all bacteria are eliminated and reduces the risk of developing
resistance.
8. A patient presents with facial pressure, nasal congestion, and a headache.
Based on these symptoms, what should the nurse prioritize in the
assessment?
Assessment for allergies
Assessment for influenza
Assessment for acute sinusitis
Assessment for a dental abscess
9. Which disorder would the nurse suspect in a client who reports hair loss,
joint pain, and a facial rash and has a medical record showing the
presence of a butterfly rash?
RA
Angioedema
SLE
Scleroderma
10. In a scenario where a patient with osteoarthritis is experiencing severe
pain, which of the following medications would be appropriate to
anticipate for their treatment?
azathioprine
opioid
naproxen
hydroxychloroquine
11. A client who is regaining consciousness after a craniotomy. The nurse
would monitor the patient's vital signs. Which of the following may
