ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nursing 300 Day Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A jaundiced client has just been diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. The nurse anticipates the client will display which clinical manifestation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage IV pancreatic cancer often causes bile duct obstruction, leading to decreased bile flow and clay-colored stools due to the absence of bile pigments.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client who has dysphagia following an ischemic stroke. The client is ordered a pureed diet starting today. Which intervention would be appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A quiet environment minimizes distractions, helping the client focus on swallowing to reduce aspiration risk.
Question 3 of 5
To prevent the reoccurrence of prostatitis, the nurse should provide the client with which discharge instruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent voiding reduces urinary stasis, decreasing the risk of bacterial growth and prostatitis recurrence.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention(s) should the nurse include in the post-operative care of a client following a permanent pacemaker insertion? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Prevents infection. B: Limits movement to protect leads. D: Detects complications. C and E are incorrect as leads are not removed, and vigorous activity is avoided.
Question 5 of 5
In assessing a client with esophageal cancer being treated with radiation therapy, which finding(s) would alert the nurse to a possible side effect of this treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fatigue is a common side effect of radiation therapy due to the body's response to treatment and cancer.