ATI RN
ATI Capstone Week 9 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is undergoing initial peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following should the nurse report immediately to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Purulent dialysate indicates peritonitis, a serious complication requiring immediate reporting. Blood-tinged outflow, fullness, and discomfort are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has diabetes mellitus and a new prescription for glimepiride. The nurse should teach the client to avoid which of the following drinks while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol potentiates glimepiride’s hypoglycemic effects, risking severe low blood sugar. Coffee, milk, and grapefruit juice do not significantly interact.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is having an exacerbation of his asthma. When reviewing the provider's orders, the nurse recognizes that clarification is needed for which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, can cause bronchoconstriction, worsening asthma. Theophylline, montelukast, and prednisone are appropriate for asthma management.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a teaching session about reducing the risk of complications of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Reducing cholesterol, maintaining blood pressure, increasing exercise, and smoking cessation reduce diabetic complications. Sustaining hyperglycemia worsens nerve damage.
Question 5 of 5
What information would the nurse include when educating a postsurgical client on the proper use of antiembolism stockings? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Tight stockings impair blood flow, skin hygiene is essential, stockings are worn in/out of bed, and proper fit is critical. Once-daily removal is insufficient for skin checks.