ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has liver failure with ascites and is receiving spironolactone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spironolactone, a diuretic, promotes sodium excretion, leading to decreased sodium levels.
Question 2 of 5
Which measurement would provide the most specific information about the outcome of a paracentesis for a patient who has ascites?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abdominal girth directly measures fluid removal from ascites post-paracentesis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has acute pancreatitis. After treating the client's pain, which of the following should the nurse address as the priority intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Withholding oral fluids and food rests the pancreas, reducing inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results from a client who has prerenal acute kidney injury (AKI). Which of the following electrolyte imbalances should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyperkalemia is common in prerenal AKI due to impaired potassium excretion.
Question 5 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.