ATI RN
ATI Nursing 135 Exam Spring 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lactulose to a client diagnosed with cirrhosis. The client states, 'I don't need this medication. I am not constipated.' The nurse should explain that in clients who have cirrhosis, lactulose is used to decrease levels of which of the following components in the bloodstream?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lactulose reduces ammonia levels in cirrhosis by promoting its excretion, preventing hepatic encephalopathy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with hepatitis A about preventing transmission of the virus. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, so effective hand hygiene is the most critical strategy to prevent its spread.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse working for a home health agency is teaching a client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus about disease management. Which of the following glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) values should the nurse include in the teaching as an indicator that the client is appropriately controlling their glucose levels?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An HbA1c of 6.3% indicates good glucose control, typically below the 7% target for most diabetic patients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hematemesis (vomiting blood) is the priority finding in peptic ulcer disease, indicating possible severe bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has diabetes and a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide regarding this type of insulin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin with a duration of 24 to 36 hours, providing basal glucose control.