ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients who are 12 hr postoperative. The nurse should identify that the client who had which of the following procedures is at risk for developing fat embolism syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Internal fixation of a hip fracture increases the risk of fat embolism syndrome due to bone marrow disruption.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who sustained major full-thickness burns to their lower legs 12 hr ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Full-thickness burns cause edema due to vascular leakage and tissue damage within the first 12-24 hours.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client who has mucositis related to chemotherapy treatment. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gentle flossing helps maintain oral hygiene without irritating mucositis lesions caused by chemotherapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has acute gout. The nurse should expect an increase in which of the following laboratory results?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute gout is caused by elevated uric acid levels, leading to crystal formation in joints.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Peptic ulcer pain typically occurs 1-2 hours after eating due to increased gastric acid irritating the ulcer.