ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 224g Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse is teaching a group of nurses about clients who report using garlic, ginger, and ginkgo biloba. The charge nurse should identify which of the following as an adverse effect of these supplements?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Garlic, ginger, and ginkgo biloba have blood-thinning properties, increasing the effects of oral anticoagulants and bleeding risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about the causes of biliary cirrhosis. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obstruction of the bile duct is a direct cause of biliary cirrhosis, leading to bile accumulation and liver damage.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for allopurinol for the treatment of gout. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Staying well hydrated can help prevent gout attacks and kidney stones, which can be a side effect of allopurinol.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assigned to care for a client diagnosed with autoimmune or idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). When reviewing the client's plan of care prior to caring for the client, the nurse should recognize that the priority concern in caring for the client is to monitor for:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thrombocytopenia, or low platelet count, is the hallmark of ITP and the main concern for monitoring, as it increases the risk of bleeding and bruising.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is admitted with hyperthyroidism. The client reports a weight loss of 5.4 kg (12 lbs.) in the last 2 months, increased appetite, increased perspiration, fatigue, menstrual irregularity, and restlessness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent a thyroid crisis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing a quiet, low-stimulus environment reduces stress and agitation, potential triggers for a thyroid crisis.