ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Midterm RN 36 1125 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge education to a client diagnosed with fluid volume excess (FVE) due to liver failure. Which of the following meal options should the nurse recommend for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Baked chicken breast is a low-sodium and protein-rich option suitable for clients with liver failure, aiding in fluid balance and tissue repair.
Question 2 of 5
A patient admitted with acute kidney injury due to dehydration has oliguria, anemia, and hyperkalemia. Which prescribed action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In the case of hyperkalemia, which can cause fatal cardiac arrhythmias, the most immediate nursing action is to place the patient on a cardiac monitor to detect life-threatening changes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease and will soon begin hemodialysis treatments. Which of the following restrictions should the nurse discuss with the client that may impact their quality of life?
Correct Answer: C,E,F
Rationale: Time constraints, dietary restrictions, and fluid restrictions significantly impact quality of life in hemodialysis patients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is giving a presentation about preventing deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the following should the nurse include as risk factors for this disorder?
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Immobility, oral contraceptive use, and hypertension (via associated conditions) increase DVT risk.
Question 5 of 5
Which laboratory finding indicates the resolution of a patient's acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During an episode of acute pancreatitis, serum concentrations of amylase and lipase rise significantly, often within hours of pancreatic injury. These elevated enzyme levels are key components in diagnosing the condition. As the inflammation subsides and the pancreas begins to heal, the levels of these enzymes typically decrease, returning to normal ranges.