ATI RN
ATI Med Surg 2 Respiratory exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the client in a prone position has been shown to improve oxygenation in ARDS by enhancing lung expansion and ventilation-perfusion matching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Acidosis occurs due to ketoacid accumulation. Ketosis results from fat breakdown. Hyperglycemia is a hallmark due to insulin deficiency. Low blood sugar, fluid overload, and alkalosis are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and is short of breath. When reviewing the client's arterial blood gases (ABGs) which of the following conditions should the nurse anticipate the client to be experiencing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respiratory acidosis occurs due to impaired gas exchange and carbon dioxide retention in COPD.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 2 weeks postoperative following a kidney transplant. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as possible organ rejection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oliguria (reduced urine output) is a primary sign of kidney transplant rejection. It indicates that the transplanted kidney is not functioning properly, which is a critical indicator of rejection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obtaining an influenza vaccine annually is crucial for individuals with type 1 diabetes to reduce the risk of infections that can exacerbate their condition.