ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory findings for four clients. Which of the following clients has manifestations of acute kidney injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated serum creatinine (6 mg/dL) indicates impaired kidney function, a hallmark of AKI. Normal hemoglobin, BUN, and potassium do not suggest AKI.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer prescribed intravenous potassium replacement supplements to a client who has a potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L (normal range: 3.5 to 5 mEq/L). Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Adequate urine output prevents hyperkalemia (
A). Cardiac monitoring detects arrhythmias (
C). Repeating potassium levels ensures safety (
D). Education and dextrose preparation are not directly related.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis for kidney failure. Which additional condition in the client's medical history puts the client at increased risk for the development of peritonitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes impairs immunity, increasing peritonitis risk in peritoneal dialysis. Obesity, hemochromatosis, and ulcerative colitis are less directly linked.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has chronic kidney disease and a new prescription for epoetin alfa. The nurse should instruct the client to increase dietary intake of which of the following substances?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron supports red blood cell production with epoetin alfa. Sodium, potassium, and protein need careful management in CKD.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse removes a client's Foley catheter and documents that the client urinates 4 hours later. Which of the following elements of postoperative care is the nurse performing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Documenting urination post-catheter removal is monitoring urinary function, a key postoperative care element.