ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Nsg 232 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has developed Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH) from cancer. Which of the following nursing interventions should be included in the client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Low sodium diet, electrolyte monitoring, daily weights, and thirst management address SIADH's water retention and hyponatremia. Increasing IV fluids would worsen the condition.
Question 2 of 5
A home care visiting nurse suspects that an older adult client is developing chronic renal disease. Since the client has no history of cardiovascular disease, what data should the nurse assess further?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Progressive edema is a specific indicator of declining kidney function due to fluid retention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with HIV and receiving antiretroviral therapy. The nurse should assess for which potential adverse effects of long-term antiretroviral therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: GI intolerance and neutropenia are common adverse effects of long-term antiretroviral therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for chemotherapy due to bone metastasis of prostate cancer. Which of the following statements about chemotherapy made by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chemotherapy is often combined with hormone therapy or radiation for prostate cancer with bone metastasis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has malnutrition due to cancer. Which of the following interventions should be included in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Mouth care, mental status monitoring, food diary, and extra fluids address malnutrition and its effects.