ATI RN
Ati Med Surg Final Exam Nsg 232 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client admitted with a diagnosis of acute kidney injury. The client asks, 'Are my kidneys failing and will I need a kidney transplant?' The nurse should respond to the client with which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This response acknowledges the client's concerns and facilitates further discussion with the provider, ensuring accurate information.
Question 2 of 5
A client is undergoing diagnostic testing for aortic stenosis. What statement by the client during the nurse's interview is most suggestive of this valvular disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dyspnea on exertion is a classic symptom of aortic stenosis due to the narrowed valve obstructing blood flow, reducing cardiac output during activity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with congestive heart failure and is taking digoxin daily. The client refused breakfast and is complaining of nausea and weakness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the apical pulse first assesses for bradycardia, a sign of potential digoxin toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client玸 with acute kidney injury. The nurse should recognize that which assessment data best supports the nursing diagnosis of Excess Fluid Volume?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pitting edema is a direct sign of fluid overload, supporting the diagnosis of Excess Fluid Volume.
Question 5 of 5
A clinic nurse is caring for a large number of clients diagnosed with the common cold. The nurse should recognize that which factor contributes to the high communicability of the common cold?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asymptomatic individuals can spread the common cold virus, contributing to its high communicability.