ATI RN
RN ATI Adult Medsurg Proctored Exam 2023 With NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Report cloudy dialysate drainage to the provider. Cloudy dialysate drainage can indicate infection, leading to peritonitis. The nurse should report this immediately for further evaluation and treatment to prevent complications. Lowering the drainage bag below the abdomen (
B) can cause backflow, increasing the risk of contamination. Encouraging fluid intake of 3L per day (
C) is a general recommendation but not specific to peritoneal dialysis. Using sterile gloves only when removing the catheter (
D) is incorrect as sterile technique is required during all catheter manipulations in peritoneal dialysis.
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