ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Med-Surg 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nephrotic syndrome causes proteinuria due to increased glomerular permeability.
Extract:
Medical history
Vital Signs
Physical Examination
Diagnostic Results
Hemochromatosis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a middle adult client who has cirrhosis. The nurse is assessing the client 24 hr later. How should the nurse interpret the findings? For each finding, click to specify whether the finding is unrelated to the diagnosis, a sign of potential improvement, or a sign of potential worsening condition.
| Findings 12 hr later | Unrelated to diagnosis | Indication of potential improvement | Indication of potential worsening of condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevated iron levels | |||
| Increased albumin level | |||
| Productive cough | |||
| Ascites | |||
| Hematemesis | |||
| Spontaneous bruising |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Specific answers not provided; D, E, F indicate worsening cirrhosis complications.
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Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation when the low pressure alarm sounds on the ventilator. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low pressure alarm often indicates a cuff leak, requiring assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is managing the care of a client who has an electrical shock injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Electrical shock injuries can cause cardiac arrhythmias, making an ECG the priority to assess heart function.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nephrotic syndrome causes proteinuria due to increased glomerular permeability.