ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has acute gastroenteritis. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low potassium level (hypokalemia) is critical and can lead to cardiac dysrhythmias, requiring prompt attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to collect a specimen from a client for a guaiac test. The client asks what the test will detect in his stool. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The guaiac test detects hidden blood in the stool, used for colorectal cancer screening.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has hyperthyroidism. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism can lead to mood swings, irritability, and anxiety due to increased metabolic activity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has right-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Right-sided heart failure causes systemic venous congestion, leading to peripheral edema.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching on actions that improve gas exchange to a client diagnosed with emphysema. Which of the following instructions should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing maintains positive airway pressure, improving gas exchange in emphysema.