ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a history of ulcerative colitis and a new diagnosis of anemia. Which of the following manifestations of colitis should the nurse identify as a contributing factor to the development of the anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic blood loss from inflamed ulcers in ulcerative colitis is a primary cause of iron deficiency anemia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing dietary instructions for a client who has episodes of biliary colic from chronic cholecystitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding high-fat foods is essential for managing biliary colic in chronic cholecystitis, as fatty foods can trigger gallbladder contractions and exacerbate symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
The management of the patient's gastrostomy is an assessment priority for the home care nurse. What statement would indicate that the patient is managing the tube correctly?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing the gastrostomy tube before and after medications prevents clogs and maintains patency, indicating correct management.
Question 4 of 5
A client who is scheduled for a barium swallow asks the nurse why a laxative is necessary following the procedure. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The laxative helps eliminate the barium contrast material from the body after a barium swallow procedure to prevent complications such as constipation or obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A patient who experienced an upper GI bleed due to gastritis has had the bleeding controlled and the patient's condition is stable. For the next several hours, the nurse caring for this patient should assess for what signs and symptoms of recurrence?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tachycardia, hypotension, and tachypnea indicate potential recurrence of a GI bleed, reflecting hypovolemia and requiring urgent attention.