ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about self-administered peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Microwaving dialysate risks uneven heating, indicating a need for further teaching teaching. Output volume, clear fluid, and infection risk are correct.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic who has foul-smelling urine, a low-grade fever of 37.7°C (100°F), and pain with urination. Which of the following should the nurse expect the health care provider to order? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E,F
Rationale: WBC count (
A), blood cultures (
B), antibiotics (
D), IV fluids (E), and urinalysis/culture (F) address suspected UTI. Catheter placement increases infection risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of urolithiasis. Which of the following should the nurse identify as an associated risk factor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diuretics, especially thiazides, increase urinary calcium, promoting stones. Hypocalcemia, family history, and low BMI are less directly linked.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for urinary retention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: General anesthesia increases retention risk post-surgery. Other conditions are not directly linked to retention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amantadine 150 mg PO every 12 hours. Available is amantadine 50 mg/5 mL syrup. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 15 mL
Rationale: 150 mg ÷(50 mg/5 mL) = 15 mL per dose.