ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Npro 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who frequently attempts to remove his IV catheter. A family member requests that the nurse apply restraints. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the catheter is a non-restrictive intervention to prevent removal, addressing the issue without restraints.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values for a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following values should give the nurse the best indication of the client's renal function?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serum creatinine is the most direct indicator of renal function, critical in SLE due to the risk of lupus nephritis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse identifies that the environment is important when caring for a client with hypomanic episodes. What should the nurse do when caring for clients with this disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing a calm atmosphere by placing the client in a private room reduces overstimulation, which is critical for managing hypomanic episodes. Shared spaces or bright environments may exacerbate symptoms like irritability and impulsivity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The butterfly facial rash is a hallmark of SLE, triggered by sunlight, unlike thickened skin seen in scleroderma.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client scheduled to receive external radiation to the neck for cancer of the larynx. During a pre-treatment exam, the nurse explains to the client that the most likely side effect would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore throat is the most likely side effect due to radiation-induced inflammation of laryngeal tissues.