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ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in the intensive care unit following a closed head injury. The nurse can anticipate which medication would be administered to treat an increase in intracranial pressure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mannitol, an osmotic diuretic, reduces intracranial pressure by drawing fluid from brain tissue. Pepcid treats acid, aspirin risks bleeding, and desmopressin manages diabetes insipidus.
Question 2 of 5
The patient has just been started on enteral feeding and has developed diarrhea after being on the feeding for 2 hours. What does the nurse suspect is the most likely cause of the diarrhea?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formula intolerance causes immediate diarrhea in new enteral feeding. C. difficile, antibiotics, and contamination typically have delayed onset.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with swelling to the distal phalanges, first big toe, and 10/10 pain. Which medication below would be administered for this client's acute gout?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Colchicine reduces inflammation in acute gout, relieving pain and swelling. INH treats TB, physostigmine manages toxicity, and sertraline is an antidepressant.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is confined to bed. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours prevents pressure ulcers. Moist skin risks breakdown, assessment is monitoring, and massaging reddened areas can worsen damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is instructing a young adult client about healthful sleep habits. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Watching TV until falling asleep disrupts sleep cycles. Snacks/baths, consistent schedules, and avoiding naps promote healthy sleep.