ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is assessing a client who has a newly created colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A purplish-colored stoma suggests compromised blood supply, a serious issue requiring immediate reporting to prevent necrosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing instructions for a 52-year-old client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The client reports that he has not had the procedure before and is very anxious about feeling pain during the procedure. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing the client about sedation addresses their anxiety about pain, providing reassurance about the procedure.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been brought to the emergency department with abdominal pain and is subsequently diagnosed with appendicitis. The patient is scheduled for an appendectomy but questions the nurse about how his health will be affected by the absence of an appendix. How should the nurse best respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The appendix is a vestigial organ with minimal function, so its removal typically has no noticeable impact on health post-recovery.
Question 4 of 5
A patient seeking care because of recurrent heartburn and regurgitation is subsequently diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. Which of the following should the nurse include in health education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Drinking beverages after meals reduces the volume in the stomach during digestion, minimizing reflux symptoms in hiatal hernia patients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult who has been experiencing severe Clostridium difficile-related diarrhea. When reviewing the patient's most recent laboratory tests, the nurse should prioritize which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Severe diarrhea from Clostridium difficile can cause significant electrolyte imbalances, particularly hypokalemia, making potassium level monitoring critical.