ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is 12 hr postoperative following a colectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low urine output (less than 30 mL/hr) may indicate inadequate renal perfusion and should be reported.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and reports having heartburn every night. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as a contributing factor to the client's heartburn?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Orange juice is acidic and can irritate the esophagus, worsening GERD symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of the following is an acceptable method for the nurse to use to thin this client's secretions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Humidified oxygen prevents drying of mucous membranes, making secretions less tenacious and easier to manage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has developed atelectasis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atelectasis causes collapsed alveoli, leading to decreased lung volume and impaired gas exchange, resulting in dyspnea.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client after a radical neck dissection. To which of the following should the nurse give priority in the immediate postoperative period?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ineffective airway clearance is the priority as it addresses the immediate threat to the client's respiratory status, which can lead to airway obstruction and respiratory distress.