ATI RN
ATI Nur 221 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer levothyroxine 100 mcg PO daily. Available is levothyroxine 50 mcg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer daily? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 2 tablets (50 mcg each) equal 100 mcg, the prescribed dose. 1 tablet underdoses, 3 or 4 tablets overdose, risking hyperthyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing education to a client who is newly diagnosed with lupus. Which of the following statements would require further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sun exposure triggers lupus rashes, so it increases, not decreases, risk. Ibuprofen , fever as a flare sign , and rest are correct.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with acute diverticulitis. Which would the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider ordering for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPO and IV fluids rest the bowel in acute diverticulitis, reducing inflammation. Albumin/furosemide is for fluid shifts, high fiber worsens acute inflammation, and barium enema risks perforation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of emphysema of five years. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect to see during the morning assessment? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Barrel chest , dyspnea , and clubbed fingers are emphysema findings from air trapping, hypoxia, and alveolar loss. Edema is late, and productive cough is for bronchitis.
Question 5 of 5
What is the priority of care for a child who was recently diagnosed with celiac disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A gluten-free diet ensures nutrient absorption for growth, the priority in pediatric celiac disease. Crisis prevention and adjustment are secondary, and respiratory issues are irrelevant.