ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a history of pancreatitis. Which of the following food choices should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cheddar cheese is high in fat, which can trigger pancreatitis flare-ups. People with pancreatitis are generally advised to follow a low-fat diet to avoid exacerbating their condition. Consuming high-fat foods like cheddar cheese can stimulate the pancreas to produce more digestive enzymes, leading to increased inflammation and pain.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has an obstruction of the common bile duct resulting from chronic cholecystitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatty stools occur due to impaired fat digestion from bile duct obstruction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new colostomy and states they are not ready to look at the stoma. Which of the following teaching strategies is helpful and encourages the client to share their feelings about the colostomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussion encourages clients to express feelings and concerns about their colostomy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain a 24-hour urine collection from a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Refrigerating the urine preserves sample integrity by preventing bacterial growth and chemical changes.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse suspects that a patient who underwent esophageal surgery has a misplaced jejunostomy feeding tube. Which action would the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures verification of tube placement to prevent complications.