ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Npro 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a WBC count of 2,000/mm^3^ after three rounds of chemotherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Serving cooked fruit reduces the risk of pathogen exposure in an immunocompromised client, unlike raw fruits which may harbor bacteria.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for lithium. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low sodium diet is not advised as it can increase lithium retention, leading to toxicity. Clients should maintain consistent sodium intake to stabilize lithium levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values for a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following values should give the nurse the best indication of the client's renal function?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serum creatinine is the most direct indicator of renal function, critical in SLE due to the risk of lupus nephritis.
Question 4 of 5
A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia may demonstrate these positive symptoms (select all that apply):
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Positive symptoms of schizophrenia include disorganized speech, hallucinations, and delusions of reference, unlike negative symptoms like avolition or social withdrawal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing manifestations of alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Benzodiazepines are the first-line treatment for alcohol withdrawal to reduce seizure risk and manage symptoms like delirium tremens.