ATI RN
ATI 24 Spns 126 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a client who has fluid volume deficit. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased urine specific gravity is expected in fluid volume deficit, indicating concentrated urine due to decreased fluid intake or excessive fluid loss.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has osteoarthritis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease caused by aging and cartilage disintegration, as correctly stated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for an older adult client who has hyperglycemia, polydipsia, and polyuria. Which of the following manifestations supports the clinical presentation of hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Fever, serum glucose of 800 mg/dL, and insidious onset are characteristic of HHS, often triggered by infection and marked by extreme hyperglycemia without significant ketoacidosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of urolithiasis. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse identify as contributing to this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high-purine diet increases uric acid, forming crystals and stones, contributing to urolithiasis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a client who has fluid volume deficit. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased urine specific gravity is expected in fluid volume deficit, indicating concentrated urine due to decreased fluid intake or excessive fluid loss.