ATI RN NSG Adult Medical-Surgical 2023

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is performing gastric lavage on a client using a large-bore NG tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Position the client on the right side.B. Instill 1000 ml of sterile saline.C. Connect the NG tube to high continuous suction.D. Withdraw fluid until it is clear.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Withdrawing fluid until clear ensures effective lavage and removal of gastric contents.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with diabetes about which dietary source should provide the greatest percentage of calories. Which of the following statements indicates the client understands the teaching?

A. Most of my calories each day should be from fats.'B. Protein should be my main source of calories.'C. I should eat more calories from complex carbohydrates than anything else.'D. Simple sugars are needed more than other calorie sources.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Complex carbohydrates are recommended as the primary calorie source for stable blood glucose in diabetes.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a peptic ulcer. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a risk factor for this condition?

A. History of bulimiaB. History of NSAID useC. Drinks green teaD. Has a glass of wine with dinner each day

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: NSAID use is a well-known risk factor for peptic ulcers due to its effect on gastric mucosa.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client following an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) procedure. Which of the following assessments should be the nurse's priority assessment?

A. NauseaB. Level of consciousnessC. PainD. Gag reflex

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The gag reflex is the priority post-EGD to ensure the client can swallow safely before resuming oral intake.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus about foot care. Which of the following statements by the client about foot care is correct?

A. I check my feet daily for sores and bruises.'B. I'll wear sandals in warm weather.'C. I'll put lotion between my toes after drying my feet.'D. I'll soak my feet in cool water every night before I go to bed.'

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Daily foot checks prevent complications by identifying issues early in diabetes.

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