ATI RN
ATI 24 Spns 126 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a client who has fluid volume deficit. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased urine specific gravity is expected in fluid volume deficit, indicating concentrated urine due to decreased fluid intake or excessive fluid loss.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg PO. The amount available is hydrochlorothiazide 50 mg/tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. (Do not use a trailing zero))
Correct Answer: 1 tablet
Rationale: 25 mg ÷ 50 mg/tablet = 0.5 tablets, but since tablets cannot be split without specific instructions, the nurse should administer 1 tablet as per standard practice.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has osteoarthritis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease due to aging and cartilage disintegration, as correctly understood.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) about prevention measures. Which of the following client statements indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wiping from back to front can transfer bacteria to the urethra, increasing UTI risk, indicating a need for further teaching on proper hygiene.
Question 5 of 5
An adult client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus asks a nurse to explain how he developed the condition. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance, where the body cannot process glucose effectively, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.