ATI RN
ATI Adult Medical Surgical Assessment 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who is starting to take carbidopa/levodopa to treat Parkinson's disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carbidopa/levodopa can cause the urine to turn a dark color, such as red, brown, or black. This is a harmless side effect but can be alarming to patients if they are not forewarned.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to undergo a liver biopsy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the client following the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lying on the right side post-liver biopsy compresses the biopsy site, reducing bleeding risk and promoting clot formation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had surgery 2 days ago and reports incisional pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the pain's characteristics and intensity first guides appropriate pain management interventions tailored to the client's needs.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a herniated lumbar disc. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tingling and burning in the foot indicate nerve compression from a herniated lumbar disc, a common symptom due to sciatic nerve irritation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Monitoring blood glucose levels is crucial due to potential pancreatic dysfunction affecting insulin production. Managing acute pain improves comfort and reduces stress on the pancreas. Insulin drips are not standard for all cases, regular diets are avoided, and prolonged NPO status may not align with current guidelines favoring early enteral feeding.