ATI RN
ATI 24 Spns 126 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the admission prescriptions for a client who has benign prostatic hyperplasia. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Silodosin, an alpha-blocker, treats BPH symptoms by relaxing prostate and bladder neck muscles, easing urination.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Difficulty starting urine flow is common in BPH due to prostate enlargement obstructing the urethra.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory reports for a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following laboratory reports should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated BUN (35 mg/dL) and serum creatinine (8 mg/dL) are consistent with impaired kidney function in chronic kidney disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary instructions with a client who has episodes of biliary colic from chronic cholecystitis. Which of the following diets should the nurse reinforce in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low fat diet is recommended for clients with biliary colic from chronic cholecystitis as it reduces the workload on the gallbladder and decreases the risk of gallstone formation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has osteoarthritis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease caused by aging and cartilage disintegration, as correctly stated.