ATI RN
ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting a client who has hypothyroidism with meal planning. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend that the client add to her diet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Whole grains are beneficial for overall health and can help with digestive function, making them a good choice.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is presenting discharge instructions to a client who has multiple sclerosis (MS). The client reports symptoms of diplopia, dysmetria, and sensory change. Which of the following nursing statements are appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Implementing a schedule that includes periods of rest is beneficial in managing fatigue common in MS.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has HIV infection dementia and has progressed to AIDS. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Night sweats are a classic symptom of AIDS due to opportunistic infections and other complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a thyroidectomy and reports severe muscle spasms of the lower extremities. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verifying the most recent calcium level is essential, as spasms may indicate hypocalcemia due to potential parathyroid damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Addison's disease and is at risk for Addisonian crisis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering oral corticosteroids is essential in preventing an Addisonian crisis by replacing deficient hormones.