ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Midterm RN 36 1125 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has a new ileal conduit. Which of the following should the nurse include as risks for the client?
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Impaired skin integrity, infection, fluid volume deficit, and disturbed body image are risks due to the stoma and altered urinary function.
Question 2 of 5
Which laboratory finding indicates the resolution of a patient's acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A decreasing serum amylase level is indicative of the resolution of acute pancreatitis. Amylase is an enzyme that helps digest carbohydrates and is released in large amounts when the pancreas is inflamed. As the inflammation resolves, amylase levels decrease.
Question 3 of 5
A female patient with a suspected urinary tract infection is to provide a clean-catch midstream urine specimen for culture and sensitivity testing. What should the nurse do to obtain the specimen?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This method is the standard procedure for obtaining a clean-catch midstream urine specimen. The initial voiding washes away organisms near the meatus, and the midstream urine is less likely to be contaminated by bacteria from the skin or urethral area.
Question 4 of 5
Which finding in the patient's history increases the risk for acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol abuse is a well-known risk factor for acute pancreatitis, leading to repeated episodes of pancreatic inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
In an effort to decrease the rate of urinary tract infections, which of the following should the nurse manager teach the nursing staff?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Removing catheters, proper perineal care, completing antibiotics, and adequate fluid intake reduce UTI risk.