ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who was admitted with diabetes insipidus. Which of the following teaching topics should be prioritized?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A medical alert bracelet is critical for diabetes insipidus patients to ensure proper treatment in emergencies, making it the priority teaching topic.
Question 2 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: Vasopressin is contraindicated in SIADH as it exacerbates water retention and hyponatremia by increasing ADH effects.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and has been experiencing hypoglycemic episodes. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping supplies like glucose tablets on hand is essential for promptly treating hypoglycemic episodes in type 1 diabetes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has valvular dysfunction. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse anticipate? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Heart murmur, chest pain, and palpitations are common in valvular dysfunction due to turbulent blood flow, increased cardiac workload, and arrhythmias.