ATI RN
ATI Med Surg 2 Respiratory exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has an infection. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of sepsis? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Altered mental status, elevated WBC count, and vomiting are manifestations of sepsis due to systemic inflammation and infection response. Hypertension and hypoglycemia are not typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Cushing's syndrome. The nurse should recognize that which of the following are manifestations of Cushing's syndrome? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Moon face, buffalo hump, purple striations, and hypertension are characteristic of Cushing's syndrome due to excess cortisol. Tremors are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 2 weeks postoperative following a kidney transplant. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as possible organ rejection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oliguria (reduced urine output) is a primary sign of kidney transplant rejection. It indicates that the transplanted kidney is not functioning properly, which is a critical indicator of rejection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obtaining an influenza vaccine annually is crucial for individuals with type 1 diabetes to reduce the risk of infections that can exacerbate their condition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Acidosis occurs due to ketoacid accumulation. Ketosis results from fat breakdown. Hyperglycemia is a hallmark due to insulin deficiency. Low blood sugar, fluid overload, and alkalosis are not typical.