ATI RN
ATI RN NSG Adult Medical-Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. After treating the client's pain, which of the following should the nurse address as the priority intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Withholding oral intake rests the pancreas, reducing stimulation and aiding recovery in acute pancreatitis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of diabetes mellitus and is being admitted to the unit confused, flushed, and with an acetone odor on the breath. Diabetic ketoacidosis is suspected. The nurse should anticipate using which of the following types of insulin to treat this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular insulin is used in DKA for rapid correction of hyperglycemia via IV administration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) about ways to manage the condition. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Waiting 1 hour before bed allows digestion, reducing reflux risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following factors should the nurse anticipate finding in the client's history?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gallstones are a common cause of acute pancreatitis due to bile duct obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching students about the use of isotonic solutions. The nurse recognizes which statements made by a student about isotonic solutions are correct. (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Isotonic solutions match body fluid osmolality and replace fluid loss without shifting fluid compartments.