ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is emptying a client's urinal when she notices the urine is dark amber, cloudy, and has an unpleasant odor. The nurse should identify that these findings are likely to be the result of which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dark amber, cloudy, and foul-smelling urine are common signs of a urinary tract infection due to the presence of bacteria and inflammatory cells.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has renal stones and a urinary catheter in place. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Straining urine collects stones for analysis, aiding in treatment planning.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who is two days postoperative following creation of an ileal conduit. The nurse should report which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Feces in the drainage appliance indicates a complication, as an ileal conduit is for urinary diversion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who is scheduled for a barium swallow to evaluate dysphagia. Which of the following statements should indicate to the nurse that the client understands the instructions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Drinking plenty of fluids post-procedure helps eliminate barium and prevent constipation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is taking a loop diuretic and notes the client's potassium level is 3.0 mEq/L. Which of the following physiological responses should the nurse expect related to the client's hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypokalemia can cause disturbances in cardiac conduction, leading to dysrhythmias.