ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following client measurements should the nurse compare before and after dialysis treatment to determine fluid losses?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Body weight changes directly reflect fluid losses during hemodialysis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who asks which diagnostic test is the preferred method for detecting cervical cancer. Which is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Papanicolaou test (Pap smear) is the preferred method for detecting cervical cancer and precancerous changes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a young adult client who has a hearing impairment for surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping hearing aids in place facilitates communication and maintains awareness, which is crucial for a client with a hearing impairment during preoperative preparations.