ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client in the oliguric phase of acute kidney injury. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyperkalemia occurs due to the kidneys' inability to excrete potassium.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has suspected cholecystitis. The nurse should expect the client's urine to appear which of the following colors?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dark and foamy urine reflects excess bilirubin due to gallbladder inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is two days postoperative following the creation of an ileal conduit. Which of the following is an unexpected finding associated with this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feces in the drainage appliance is unexpected and suggests a fistula or leakage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client and observes that the client's urine is dark amber, cloudy, and has an unpleasant odor. The nurse should recognize that these findings are associated with which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dark amber, cloudy urine with an unpleasant odor is indicative of a urinary tract infection due to bacterial inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse suspects that a patient who underwent esophageal surgery has a misplaced jejunostomy feeding tube. Which action would the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures verification of tube placement to prevent complications.