ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a colostomy. Which action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emptying the pouch when full prevents leakage and maintains skin integrity.
Question 2 of 5
A client with diabetes mellitus has a blood glucose of 300 mg/dL. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High blood glucose requires insulin, hydration, and ketone monitoring to prevent complications.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a peptic ulcer is prescribed omeprazole. What is the purpose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, reduces gastric acid to promote ulcer healing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client admitted with pneumonia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. Which of the following types of pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Streptococcus pneumoniae is a common bacterial pathogen that causes typical pneumonia, also known as community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Typical pneumonia is characterized by an acute onset of symptoms such as fever, productive cough with purulent sputum, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a spinal cord injury and spasm-induced incontinence. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate a prescription for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxybutynin (
D) is an anticholinergic that reduces bladder spasms and incontinence. Dulaglutide (
A) treats diabetes, Montelukast (
B) manages asthma, and Glatiramer (
C) is for multiple sclerosis, none of which address neurogenic bladder.