ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2019 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching about foot care to a client who is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Trimming toenails straight across prevents ingrown nails and infection. Daily inspections, avoiding lotion between toes, and not soaking feet reduce infection and injury risks.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to assist the provider with a thoracentesis for a client who has a left pleural effusion. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking for local anesthetic allergies prevents severe reactions during thoracentesis, prioritizing client safety.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about the use of an incentive spirometer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding breath for 3-5 seconds during incentive spirometry maximizes lung expansion. The mouthpiece should be in the mouth, exhalation is normal, and hand placement is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Desmopressin, a synthetic ADH, treats diabetes insipidus by reducing urine output. Lithium and furosemide worsen it, and insulin is for diabetes mellitus.
Question 5 of 5
inely A nurse is caring for a client who has bladder cancer and a WBC count of 900/mm3. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A WBC count of 900/mm3 indicates neutropenia, increasing infection risk; avoiding raw fruits reduces bacterial exposure. Contact isolation, prolonged pressure, and negative pressure rooms are not indicated.