ATI RN
ATI Nurs 201 Med Surg Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing dietary instructions for a client who has cholecystitis from chronic cholelithiasis. Which diet is most important to include in the patient teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high-protein, low-fat diet is recommended for clients with cholecystitis, as it helps reduce the workload on the gallbladder and can alleviate symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a client who has a new prescription of allopurinol for the treatment of Gout. Which of the following is most important to include in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: It is essential to drink plenty of fluids while taking allopurinol to prevent kidney stones, which can occur with increased uric acid excretion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing dietary instructions for a client who has cholecystitis from chronic cholelithiasis. Which diet is most important to include in the patient teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high-protein, low-fat diet is recommended for clients with cholecystitis, as it helps reduce the workload on the gallbladder and can alleviate symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing dietary instructions for a client who has a past medical history of Gout. Which dietary instructions is most important to include in the patient teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vegetables and bananas are low in purines and beneficial for managing gout. A diet low in purines helps prevent flare-ups. Liver, bacon, and certain fish are high in purines, which should be avoided.
Question 5 of 5
After a cholecystectomy the client might experience discomfort due to CO2 used during surgery. Which intervention will help the client ease the discomfort?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing the client in the right lateral position helps alleviate discomfort caused by CO2 retention after surgery, as it facilitates the release of trapped gas from the abdomen.