ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who is to begin receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to ensure proper dialysate exchange?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warming dialysate ensures comfort and efficient exchange. Positioning, vital sign frequency, and bag placement do not directly affect exchange.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for urinary retention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: General anesthesia increases retention risk post-surgery. Other conditions are not directly linked to retention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse removes a client's Foley catheter and documents that the client urinates 4 hours later. Which of the following elements of postoperative care is the nurse performing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Documenting urination post-catheter removal is monitoring urinary function, a key postoperative care element.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a public clinic is researching health data on culturally diverse populations in the community. Which of the following population groups should the nurse anticipate having end-stage renal disease (ESRD) due to diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Black Americans have higher ESRD rates due to diabetes, driven by higher diabetes and hypertension prevalence.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease and will soon begin hemodialysis treatments. Which of the following restrictions should the nurse discuss with the client that may impact their quality of life? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Dietary restrictions (
B), time constraints (
D), and fluid restrictions (E) impact quality of life in hemodialysis. Driving, travel, and social limits are not standard.