ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Monroe College Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a serum potassium level of 5.5 mEq/L. The provider prescribes polystyrene sulfonate. If this medication is effective, the nurse should expect which of the following changes on the client's ECG?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Effective treatment of hyperkalemia with polystyrene sulfonate reduces peaked T-waves, normalizing T-wave amplitude.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to teach a client about a high-potassium diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to eat? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Nuts, sweet potatoes, and bananas are high in potassium, suitable for a high-potassium diet.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for four hospitalized clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastroenteritis and fever cause fluid loss through vomiting, diarrhea, and sweating, increasing the risk of fluid volume deficit.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is admitting a patient who was diagnosed with acute renal failure. Which electrolyte should the nurse expect to be most affected by this disorder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute renal failure commonly causes hyperkalemia due to impaired potassium excretion by the kidneys.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with fluid overload is prescribed furosemide (Lasix) 20 mg by mouth each day. What should the nurse include when teaching the patient about this medication? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Furosemide increases urination, may cause weakness/dizziness, and requires monitoring weight and allergic reactions.