ATI RN
ATI 24 Spns 126 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is postoperative and has a respiratory rate of 7/min. The arterial blood gas (ABG) values include: pH 7.22, PaCO₂ 68 mm Hg, Base excess -2, PaO₂ 78 mm Hg, Oxygen saturation 80%, Bicarbonate 28 mEq/L. Which of the following interpretations of the ABG values should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low pH (7.22) and high PaCO₂ (68 mm Hg) indicate respiratory acidosis, caused by CO₂ accumulation due to inadequate ventilation.
Question 2 of 5
Phenazopyridine hydrochloride turns the urine which color?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenazopyridine hydrochloride turns the urine orange, a common and harmless side effect due to its dye properties.
Question 3 of 5
An adult client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus asks a nurse to explain how he developed the condition. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance, where the body cannot process glucose effectively, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging 8 glasses of water daily helps thin mucus secretions, improving airway clearance and reducing infection risk in COPD clients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis. The nurse should recognize that which of the following actions is the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evaluating fluid and electrolyte levels is the priority due to significant fluid loss and electrolyte imbalances during an acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis.