ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 36-year-old patient with suspected gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding undergoes a diagnostic endoscopy which determines the site of bleeding is a duodenal ulcer. What is the most likely cause of a duodenal ulcer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Helicobacter pylori infection is the most common cause of duodenal ulcers, damaging the protective lining of the duodenum. Stress, NSAIDs, and alcohol can contribute but are less likely primary causes.
Question 2 of 5
To monitor for complications in a patient with type 2 diabetes, which tests will the nurse in the diabetic clinic schedule at least annually? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Serum creatinine , microalbuminuria , and monofilament testing monitor kidney function and neuropathy, common diabetes complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled for a bronchoscopy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring NPO status prevents aspiration during bronchoscopy, a critical safety measure.
Question 4 of 5
A client one (1) day postoperative for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) reports chest pain. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing vital signs and telemetry first helps determine the cause of chest pain and rules out serious complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 5 hours postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse notes that the client's indwelling urinary catheter has not drained in the past hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking for kinks is the first step to ensure no obstruction is preventing urine flow.