ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is receiving continuous bladder irrigation. The nurse notes that the urine output has slowed significantly, and the urine is bright red. Which is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bright red urine and slowed output may indicate a clot or obstruction, requiring immediate notification of the surgeon.
Question 2 of 5
A patient presents to the emergency department with a complaint of sudden, severe pain to the left eye, nausea, and seeing halos around lights. The nurse suspects primary angle-closure glaucoma. The nurse anticipates that in order to relieve intraocular pressure, the patient should be prepared for which of the following procedures?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Surgical iridectomy creates a hole in the iris to allow aqueous humor flow, relieving pressure in angle-closure glaucoma.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is reviewing the home medications of client who has a history of asthma, and who is at the clinic to have a routine annual physical. Which statement made by the patient would indicate a need for further action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Beta-blockers like metoprolol can worsen asthma symptoms in some patients. The nurse should discuss this with the patient's doctor to determine if the benefits of metoprolol outweigh the risks for this individual.
Question 4 of 5
A client with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is undergoing photodynamic therapy with the medication Verteporfin. What should the nurse include in the discharge teaching for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Verteporfin is photosensitizing, requiring avoidance of sunlight to prevent severe reactions.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is admitted with hematemesis. The nurse should anticipate which of the following interventions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proton pump inhibitors reduce gastric acid production, aiding in ulcer healing and stopping bleeding.