ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client who has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Which of the following medications should the nurse question?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering vasopressin in SIADH worsens hyponatremia by enhancing water retention, making it an inappropriate medication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client with hypokalemia. Which condition should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cardiac arrhythmias are a significant concern in clients with hypokalemia. Potassium is crucial for proper cardiac function, and low levels can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, making this the priority condition to monitor.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who has the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Which of the following findings is consistent with a diagnosis of SIADH?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreased serum osmolality is a hallmark of SIADH due to excessive water retention diluting blood solutes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peripheral artery disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as requiring immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pain, pallor, and paresthesia indicate acute limb ischemia, a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention to restore blood flow and prevent limb loss.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DK)?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Exercise, leg elevation, compression pumps, and layered wraps improve circulation and reduce symptoms in peripheral venous disease, while the ABI test is diagnostic for arterial disease.