ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has had recurrent kidney stones. Upon lab analysis of the client's urine, it is found that excessive oxalate intake is the underlying cause. Which of the following high-oxalate foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Spinach is high in oxalates, which can contribute to calcium oxalate kidney stones.
Question 2 of 5
A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus is admitted to the hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Positive urine ketones are expected in DKA due to fat breakdown and ketone production.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. The client reports pain at the incision site and has a temperature of 38.5°C (101.3°F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the incision site first helps determine if the fever and pain are due to infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a pulmonology clinic is preparing a client for spirometry testing. Which question should the nurse ask the client during the preparation for this test?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bronchodilators can affect spirometry results, so the nurse needs to know if they were used.
Question 5 of 5
A client has had recurrent kidney stones. Upon lab analysis of the client's urine, it is found that excessive oxalate intake is the underlying cause. Which of the following high-oxalate foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Spinach is high in oxalates, which can contribute to calcium oxalate kidney stones.