ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Midterm RN 36 1125 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who has a medical history of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis, and a family history of heart disease and arthritis. The client has a 60-year smoking history and denies alcohol or other substance use. They are positive for Helicobacter pylori and are on medication for peptic ulcer disease (PUD). Which three findings from the client's medical record increase their risk for peptic ulcer disease?
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Smoking, adalimumab, and NSAID use increase PUD risk by affecting gastric lining and immune response.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge education to a client diagnosed with fluid volume excess (FVE) due to liver failure. Which of the following meal options should the nurse recommend for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Baked chicken breast is a low-sodium and protein-rich option suitable for clients with liver failure, aiding in fluid balance and tissue repair.
Question 3 of 5
Which laboratory finding indicates the resolution of a patient's acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A decreasing serum amylase level is indicative of the resolution of acute pancreatitis. Amylase is an enzyme that helps digest carbohydrates and is released in large amounts when the pancreas is inflamed. As the inflammation resolves, amylase levels decrease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating the public at a health fair about colorectal cancer. Which of the following risk factors increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Smoking, obesity, and high red meat intake increase colorectal cancer risk.
Question 5 of 5
Which laboratory finding indicates the resolution of a patient's acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During an episode of acute pancreatitis, serum concentrations of amylase and lipase rise significantly, often within hours of pancreatic injury. These elevated enzyme levels are key components in diagnosing the condition. As the inflammation subsides and the pancreas begins to heal, the levels of these enzymes typically decrease, returning to normal ranges.