ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is prescribed lansoprazole 15 mg PO once a day. At which of the following times should the nurse administer the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking lansoprazole 30 minutes before breakfast maximizes its effectiveness in reducing stomach acid production during digestion.
Question 2 of 5
A patient has been diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. The nurse is addressing the diagnosis of Acute Pain Related to Pancreatitis. What pharmacologic intervention is most likely to be ordered for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: IV hydromorphone provides rapid, titratable pain relief, ideal for severe pain in acute pancreatitis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) procedure. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the gag reflex post-EGD ensures the airway is protected, as sedation may impair swallowing reflexes, posing an aspiration risk.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has been scheduled for a urea breath test in one month's time. What nursing diagnosis most likely prompted this diagnostic test?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The urea breath test diagnoses H. pylori infection, which can cause gastritis and ulcers, leading to imbalanced nutrition due to impaired nutrient absorption.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who reports taking bisacodyl tablets daily. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excessive use of bisacodyl, a stimulant laxative, can cause fluid loss and electrolyte imbalances, a key concern for the nurse to address.