ATI RN
ATI Nursing 135 Exam Spring 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) about managing their illness. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding food 3 hours before bedtime prevents nighttime reflux, a cornerstone of GERD management.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) procedure. Which of the following assessments should be the nurse's priority assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the gag reflex is the priority post-EGD to ensure safe swallowing and prevent aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hematemesis (vomiting blood) is the priority finding in peptic ulcer disease, indicating possible severe bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is being admitted for an acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reviewing electrolyte values first addresses potential imbalances (e.g., potassium loss) critical in acute ulcerative colitis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client who has an ileostomy and will require stoma care. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emptying the pouch when 1/3 full prevents leakage and maintains skin integrity, a key stoma care principle.