ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 with NGN - Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a urinary tract infection. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drinking cranberry juice may help prevent recurrent UTIs by reducing bacterial adhesion. Fluid intake should be increased to flush bacteria. Antibiotics should be taken for the full course. Sitz baths can be soothing and are not contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about preventing back strain to the caregiver of a client who is immobile and requires assistance to reposition in bed. Which of the following statements by the caregiver indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Twisting at the waist can strain back muscles. Keeping legs straight increases back strain. Tightening abdominal muscles stabilizes the spine and prevents back strain, indicating understanding. Placing the bed in the lowest position is unrelated to repositioning technique.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving continuous IV fluid therapy via a peripheral vein in the left forearm. Which of the following findings indicates that the client has developed phlebitis at the IV site?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythema along the vein indicates phlebitis, an inflammation of the vein. Coolness suggests arterial insufficiency, pallor indicates reduced blood flow, and pitting edema is not specific to phlebitis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client over the phone in preparation for outpatient surgery. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Multiple showers are unnecessary. Clients should arrange for an adult to drive them home due to anesthesia effects. Clear liquids should stop 2 hours before surgery. Makeup can interfere with monitoring and should be avoided.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about a low-residue diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low-residue diet minimizes intestinal residue. White rice is low in fiber and appropriate. Whole-grain bread, broccoli, and raw carrots are high-fiber foods that should be avoided.