ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Question 1 of 5
While obtaining a nursing history from a client with inflammatory bowel disease, the nurse recognizes that the client most likely has ulcerative colitis rather than Crohn's disease when the client reports experiencing:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bloody diarrhea is a hallmark symptom of ulcerative colitis, particularly during disease flares. It typically presents as frequent and urgent bowel movements containing blood, mucus, and pus. Crohn's disease, on the other hand, may present with bloody diarrhea but usually involves less frequent bowel movements.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client about successful strategies for weight loss. Which would the nurse include? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Daily weighing can help individuals monitor their progress and stay accountable for their weight loss goals. Joining a support group can provide encouragement, motivation, and accountability. Keeping a food diary promotes awareness of eating habits, tracks calorie intake, and identifies patterns or triggers for overeating.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse assesses a client admitted four hours ago with a diagnosis of diverticulitis. Which clinical manifestation must be reported immediately to the physician?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A change from normoactive to absent bowel sounds can indicate bowel obstruction, perforation, or peritonitis, which are serious complications of diverticulitis requiring immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
The client has a possible diagnosis of appendicitis. On physical examination, the nurse should assess for tenderness on palpation at McBurney's point, located at which pictured site?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: McBurney's point is located approximately one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) to the umbilicus, on the right side of the abdomen.
Question 5 of 5
Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole BID for 7 days is prescribed for a client who has a UTI caused by E.coli. The nurse instructs the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antibiotics should be taken for the full duration to ensure complete eradication of the infection, reducing the risk of recurrence and antibiotic resistance.