ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has acute gout. The nurse should expect an increase in which of the following laboratory results?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated uric acid is the hallmark of gout, causing joint crystal deposition.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has AIDS. Which of the following isolation precautions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standard precautions are sufficient for AIDS (HIV), as it is transmitted via blood and body fluids, not through droplets or air.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is 12 hours postoperative following a kidney transplant. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hourly urine output monitoring detects early signs of graft dysfunction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client on how to care for a newly created ileal conduit. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emptying the pouch when 2/3 full prevents leakage and maintains skin integrity.
Question 5 of 5
A charge nurse receives a call from the house supervisor requesting room assignments for four new clients. Based on the admission diagnoses, which of the following clients requires a private room?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Symptoms suggest TB, necessitating a private room for airborne isolation.