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ATI RN MS2 Fall 2023 Quiz 4 HR Med Surg Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is post-op day 1 from a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which task should the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting the client to the bathroom is within the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel. Reassessing the incision, increasing IV fluids, and administering medication require clinical judgment and are tasks for licensed nurses.
Question 2 of 5
The charge nurse is planning the client assignments for the day. Which of the following is an appropriate assignment for the newly graduated registered nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient with dark stools requiring dietary teaching is stable, suitable for a new graduate. The other patients are unstable, requiring experienced nurses.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription of allopurinol for the treatment of Gout. Which of the following is most important to include in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adequate fluid intake prevents kidney stone formation, a potential side effect of allopurinol. The medication does not require an empty stomach, should not be crushed, and aspirin may increase bleeding risk.
Question 4 of 5
A client with systemic lupus has been ordered hydroxychloroquine. Which of the following adverse effects is of most concern?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blurry vision may indicate retinal damage, a serious hydroxychloroquine side effect requiring immediate attention. Nausea, pruritus, and diarrhea are less concerning.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following findings is the highest priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pitting edema may indicate kidney involvement in SLE, a serious complication requiring urgent attention. Rash, joint pain, and depression are less immediate concerns.