ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) procedure. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the gag reflex post-EGD ensures the airway is protected, as sedation may impair swallowing reflexes, posing an aspiration risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient who has just been admitted to the postsurgical unit following surgical resection for the treatment of oropharyngeal cancer. What assessment should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A patent airway is the top priority post-surgery for oropharyngeal cancer to ensure effective breathing and prevent life-threatening complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a patient who is postoperative day 2 following gastric surgery. The nurse's assessment should be planned in light of the possibility of what potential complications?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Atelectasis, pneumonia, and metabolic imbalances are key complications to monitor post-gastric surgery due to respiratory and electrolyte risks.
Question 4 of 5
A client who is scheduled for a barium swallow asks the nurse why a laxative is necessary following the procedure. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The laxative helps eliminate the barium contrast material from the body after a barium swallow procedure to prevent complications such as constipation or obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hematemesis (vomiting blood) is a life-threatening symptom of peptic ulcer disease, requiring immediate intervention.