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ATI RN MS2 Fall 2023 Quiz 4 HR Med Surg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Based on the client's prescribed medications, the nurse should assess the client for developing?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Prednisone can cause weight gain due to increased appetite and fluid retention, and hyperglycemia by raising blood sugar levels. Hypoglycemia and weight loss are less likely.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is assessing a client who has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Which assessment finding does the nurse expect as a manifestation of this condition?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: All options are manifestations of RA. Swollen joints result from inflammation, fatigue and loss of appetite are systemic symptoms, low-grade fever reflects immune activity, and knuckle deformity occurs over time due to joint damage.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding stress helps manage fibromyalgia symptoms. Caffeine can disrupt sleep, steroids are not a cure, and stopping duloxetine abruptly is unsafe.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing dietary instructions for a client who has a past medical history of Gout. Which dietary instructions are most important to include in the patient teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vegetables and bananas are low in purines, suitable for gout management. Liver, bacon, and some fish are high in purines and should be avoided.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription of allopurinol for the treatment of Gout. Which of the following is most important to include in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adequate fluid intake prevents kidney stone formation, a potential side effect of allopurinol. The medication does not require an empty stomach, should not be crushed, and aspirin may increase bleeding risk.