ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 224g Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is discussing laboratory values associated with the renal system with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the renal system?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A GFR below 60 mL/min/1.73 m for three months or more is a criterion for diagnosing chronic kidney disease.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following factors should the nurse anticipate finding in the client's history?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gallstones are a common cause of acute pancreatitis, blocking the bile duct and leading to inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is two hours postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) gland. Which of the following assessments should the nurse view as an indication of a postoperative complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Burgundy colored urine can indicate bleeding in the urinary tract, a potential complication after TURP.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is to receive packed RBCs. The nurse should plan for the total infusion time to not exceed which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The standard practice is to complete the transfusion of packed RBCs within 4 hours to minimize the risk of bacterial growth and transfusion reactions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has just had spinal surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neurological checks every 2 hours are essential post-spinal surgery to monitor for changes or deterioration in neurological status.