ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A miotic medication has been prescribed for a client with acute angle-closure glaucoma. The client asks the nurse about the purpose of the medication. Which response should the nurse provide to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Miotic medications constrict the pupil, opening the angle to facilitate fluid drainage in angle-closure glaucoma.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone a bilateral adrenalectomy. The nurse monitors for which of the following signs of Addisonian crisis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is a key sign of Addisonian crisis due to the loss of cortisol production.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A female client with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) asks the nurse about pregnancy and lupus. Which information should the nurse include when educating the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent prenatal visits and monitoring are essential for managing lupus during pregnancy.