ATI RN
ATI Nur285 Med Surg Fall Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 1,000 mL of lactated Ringer's IV over 6 hr. The drop factor of the manual IV tubing is 10 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drip rate (gtt/min) = (
Total volume (mL) × Drop factor (gtt/mL)) /
Total minutes = (1000 mL × 10 gtt/mL) / 360 minutes ‰ˆ 28 gtt/min.
Question 2 of 5
A patient who is taking NSAIDs to treat arthritis asks the nurse why Cytotec (misoprostol) has also been prescribed. Which explanation by the nurse is accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Misoprostol (Cytotec) protects the stomach lining from NSAID-induced damage, preventing ulcers and GI complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Crohn's disease and is receiving parenteral nutrition. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the care of this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring daily laboratory values assesses nutritional status and detects complications like electrolyte imbalances or liver dysfunction.
Question 4 of 5
As a result of gastric resection, the client is at risk for developing dumping syndrome. The nurse should prepare a plan of care for this client based on knowledge that this problem stems primarily from which of the following gastrointestinal changes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rapid emptying of stomach contents into the small intestine causes dumping syndrome, leading to symptoms like nausea and diarrhea.
Question 5 of 5
A client comes to the clinic complaining of dysphagia and states that 'he feels like food is stuck in his throat.' The physician suspects esophageal cancer. Which of the following is a risk factor for esophageal cancer?
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Family history and smoking tobacco are significant risk factors for esophageal cancer, increasing genetic and environmental risks.