ATI PN Comprehensive Final Exam Study
Guide with Complete Solutions
Preoperative medication - ANSWERS Medication administered before surgery to
prepare the patient
Call for help - ANSWERS Instructing the patient to ask for assistance when
needed
Preoperative assessment - ANSWERS Collecting patient data and information
prior to surgery
Latex allergy - ANSWERS An allergic reaction to latex in the patient
Surgical site - ANSWERS The specific area of the body where the surgery will be
performed
Spirituality - ANSWERS The awareness and understanding of one's inner self and
beliefs
Total knee arthroplasty - ANSWERS A surgical procedure to replace the knee joint
Antiembolic stockings - ANSWERS Special stockings worn to prevent the
formation of blood clots
Mental health facility - ANSWERS A facility dedicated to the treatment of mental
health disorders
Therapeutic response - ANSWERS A response that promotes healing and overall
well-being
Nightmares - ANSWERS Disturbing and frightening dreams experienced during
sleep
Sleep terrors - ANSWERS Episodes of intense fear and panic during sleep
Morning medications - ANSWERS Medications administered in the morning
Prescription - ANSWERS A written order for medication or treatment from a
healthcare provider
Urgent care clinic - ANSWERS A medical facility that provides immediate but non-
emergency care
, Shortness of breath - ANSWERS Difficulty in breathing or breathlessness
Radiation therapy - ANSWERS A treatment method that uses high-energy
radiation to target and destroy cancer cells
Cancer of the larynx - ANSWERS A type of cancer that affects the voice box or
larynx
FLACC scale - ANSWERS A pain assessment tool specifically designed for
infants and young children
Transfer techniques - ANSWERS Methods and techniques used to safely move a
patient from one place to another
Epoetin alfa - ANSWERS A medication used to treat anemia by stimulating the
production of red blood cells
Smoke - ANSWERS Particles and gases released when a substance burns
Waste basket - ANSWERS A container used for disposing of trash or waste
materials
Sanguineous drainage - ANSWERS The discharge of bloody fluid from a wound
or body cavity
Agnostic - ANSWERS A person who believes that the existence of God is
unknown or unknowable
Islam - ANSWERS A religion followed by Muslims, emphasizing monotheism and
the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad
Hindu - ANSWERS A religion followed by Hindus, emphasizing dharma, karma,
and moksha
Clergy - ANSWERS Religious leaders who perform sacred duties and provide
spiritual guidance
Terminal disease - ANSWERS A disease that cannot be cured or adequately
treated, leading to eventual death
Establishing presence - ANSWERS Creating a sense of connection, support, and
comfort for the patient
Personal values - ANSWERS The beliefs and principles that guide an individual's
behavior and decision-making
Guide with Complete Solutions
Preoperative medication - ANSWERS Medication administered before surgery to
prepare the patient
Call for help - ANSWERS Instructing the patient to ask for assistance when
needed
Preoperative assessment - ANSWERS Collecting patient data and information
prior to surgery
Latex allergy - ANSWERS An allergic reaction to latex in the patient
Surgical site - ANSWERS The specific area of the body where the surgery will be
performed
Spirituality - ANSWERS The awareness and understanding of one's inner self and
beliefs
Total knee arthroplasty - ANSWERS A surgical procedure to replace the knee joint
Antiembolic stockings - ANSWERS Special stockings worn to prevent the
formation of blood clots
Mental health facility - ANSWERS A facility dedicated to the treatment of mental
health disorders
Therapeutic response - ANSWERS A response that promotes healing and overall
well-being
Nightmares - ANSWERS Disturbing and frightening dreams experienced during
sleep
Sleep terrors - ANSWERS Episodes of intense fear and panic during sleep
Morning medications - ANSWERS Medications administered in the morning
Prescription - ANSWERS A written order for medication or treatment from a
healthcare provider
Urgent care clinic - ANSWERS A medical facility that provides immediate but non-
emergency care
, Shortness of breath - ANSWERS Difficulty in breathing or breathlessness
Radiation therapy - ANSWERS A treatment method that uses high-energy
radiation to target and destroy cancer cells
Cancer of the larynx - ANSWERS A type of cancer that affects the voice box or
larynx
FLACC scale - ANSWERS A pain assessment tool specifically designed for
infants and young children
Transfer techniques - ANSWERS Methods and techniques used to safely move a
patient from one place to another
Epoetin alfa - ANSWERS A medication used to treat anemia by stimulating the
production of red blood cells
Smoke - ANSWERS Particles and gases released when a substance burns
Waste basket - ANSWERS A container used for disposing of trash or waste
materials
Sanguineous drainage - ANSWERS The discharge of bloody fluid from a wound
or body cavity
Agnostic - ANSWERS A person who believes that the existence of God is
unknown or unknowable
Islam - ANSWERS A religion followed by Muslims, emphasizing monotheism and
the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad
Hindu - ANSWERS A religion followed by Hindus, emphasizing dharma, karma,
and moksha
Clergy - ANSWERS Religious leaders who perform sacred duties and provide
spiritual guidance
Terminal disease - ANSWERS A disease that cannot be cured or adequately
treated, leading to eventual death
Establishing presence - ANSWERS Creating a sense of connection, support, and
comfort for the patient
Personal values - ANSWERS The beliefs and principles that guide an individual's
behavior and decision-making
