ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory results and notes that a client has an elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level. Which of the following assessment findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated TSH indicates hypothyroidism, which slows metabolism, leading to fatigue, constipation, and weight gain.
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 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 4 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a client who has hypoglycemia. Which of the following information should the nurse include about the regulation of blood glucose levels?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The adrenal glands release epinephrine and norepinephrine to stimulate glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis in response to low blood glucose, helping to raise blood sugar levels.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a client who has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) and is critically ill. Which of the following lab findings requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A serum sodium level of 125 mEq/L indicates severe hyponatremia in SIADH, requiring immediate intervention to prevent neurological complications.