ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a urinary tract infection. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Cloudy urine, urinary frequency, and dysuria indicate a urinary tract infection due to bacteria, bladder irritation, and pain. Muscle tetany suggests hypocalcemia. Calculi may complicate but are not a direct finding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about TNM staging with a client who has cancer. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: M1 indicates tumor metastasis to a single site, meaning cancer has spread to another organ or distant lymph node. N0 indicates no lymph node involvement. TIS means tumor in situ, not resolved. T4 indicates the largest tumor size.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: After the procedure, drinking plenty of fluids helps flush out contrast dye and prevent dehydration and kidney damage. Red blood cells in urinalysis may require evaluation but not cancellation. High frequency sound waves are used in ultrasound, not IVP. Remaining flat for 4 hours is not required.
Question 4 of 5
Which goal for the client's care should take priority when caring for a client admitted due to exacerbation of ulcerative colitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Managing diarrhea is the priority to prevent dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, malnutrition, and infection. Rest and comfort, self-esteem, and self-care are important but not the priority during an acute exacerbation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is completing a health assessment of a client suspected of hyperthyroidism. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tachycardia is common in hyperthyroidism due to increased heart rate from elevated thyroid hormone. Cold skin and weight gain suggest hypothyroidism. Anorexia may indicate other conditions like depression.