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ATI nur330 Med Surg Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has fluid overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Fluid overload causes tachycardia to compensate for increased volume, hypertension due to increased vascular resistance, and tachypnea from pulmonary congestion. Hematocrit is typically decreased due to dilution. Temperature is not directly affected unless infection is present.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the family of a client who has Parkinson's disease. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients with Parkinson's disease require supervision due to increased fall and aspiration risks. Continuous television can cause overstimulation, loud speech is unnecessary, and physical activity should be encouraged to maintain mobility.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing client care after receiving change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shortness of breath indicates a potential life-threatening respiratory issue requiring immediate assessment. Discharge, routine imaging, and pain management are lower priorities compared to acute respiratory distress.
Question 4 of 5
A community health nurse is reviewing disaster preparedness and response. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as occurring during the disaster preparation phase?
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Updating disaster plans, participating in drills, and including vulnerable populations are part of the preparation phase. Referring families for mental health and providing first aid occur in the recovery and response phases, respectively.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 week postoperative, following a living donor kidney transplant. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is experiencing a transplant rejection of their new kidney?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertension indicates compromised kidney function, a sign of transplant rejection. Normal sodium, urinary output, and creatinine levels do not suggest rejection.