ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: A
Rationale: Gallstones are a common cause of acute pancreatitis, as they can obstruct the pancreatic duct, leading to inflammation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is performing an abdominal assessment of an older adult patient. When collecting and analyzing data, the nurse should be cognizant of what age-related change in gastrointestinal structure and function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging leads to decreased mucus secretion in the gastrointestinal tract, increasing the risk of dryness and discomfort.
Question 3 of 5
An adult patient has been diagnosed with diverticular disease after ongoing challenges with constipation. The patient will be treated on an outpatient basis. What components of treatment should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Increasing fiber intake and reducing fat intake help manage diverticular disease by preventing constipation and colon irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hematemesis (vomiting blood) is a life-threatening symptom of peptic ulcer disease, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing instructions for a 52-year-old client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The client reports that he has not had the procedure before and is very anxious about feeling pain during the procedure. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing the client about sedation addresses their anxiety about pain, providing reassurance about the procedure.