ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with regional enteritis (Crohn's disease). Which of the following symptoms should the nurse anticipate during assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Abdominal pain and cramping are hallmark symptoms of Crohn's disease due to gastrointestinal inflammation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse asks a client who is about to have a cardiac catheterization about any allergies. The client states, 'I always get a rash when I eat shellfish.' Which of the following is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider is the priority to ensure precautions are taken during the procedure, as shellfish allergies may indicate a risk for contrast dye reactions.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a rationale for prescribing total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a patient with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TPN provides nutrients intravenously, allowing the bowel to rest and heal, which is critical in IBD management. Reducing inflammation, stimulating the bowel, or preventing malnutrition are not the primary rationales.
Question 4 of 5
A client one (1) day postoperative for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) reports chest pain. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing vital signs and telemetry first helps determine the cause of chest pain and rules out serious complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has asthma. Which of the following areas should the nurse evaluate as the most reliable indicator of central cyanosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The oral mucosa is the most reliable indicator of central cyanosis, reflecting systemic oxygenation levels.