ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis has pitting edema in both feet, and has had 300 mL of urine output in the last 24 hours. The nurse should monitor this client for which complication associated with this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid retention in acute glomerulonephritis can lead to hypertension due to increased blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent dislocation of the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping legs abducted prevents hip adduction, reducing dislocation risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is experiencing an Addisonian crisis. Which of the following should the nurse anticipate an order for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 0.9% sodium chloride with 5% dextrose helps restore blood volume and correct electrolyte imbalances in Addisonian crisis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is receiving morning report when an alarm notifies the nurse that a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has an oxygen saturation of 89%. The nurse immediately assesses the client, and finds the client resting comfortably in bed on 2 liters of supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula. The client denies distress. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An oxygen saturation of 89% is within an acceptable range for many COPD patients, and the client is comfortable, so continued monitoring is appropriate.