ATI RN
ATI Med Surg 102 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about preventing osteoporosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing vitamin K intake is incorrect, as it supports bone health, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is malnourished with poor skin integrity. The nurse should utilize which type of dressing to protect the client's bony prominences?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Non-adherent dressings minimize trauma to fragile skin over bony prominences, suitable for malnourished clients.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse educator is providing an in-service to nursing staff about urinary tract infections (UTP). Which statements made by the staff validate they understand the etiology and pathophysiology of UTIs? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A: Correct, urethrovesical reflux can introduce bacteria into the bladder, increasing UTI risk. B: Incorrect, women have shorter urethras, increasing UTI risk, but the statement is correct in context of prevalence. C: Correct, GAG protects against bacterial adherence. D: Incorrect, E. coli is the most common cause. E: Correct, the urinary tract above the urethra is normally sterile.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has urolithiasis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High fluid intake dilutes urine, reducing stone formation and aiding passage in urolithiasis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a cast in place for a fractured tibia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking capillary refill assesses circulation, critical to detect complications like compartment syndrome.