ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of adults about screening and prevention of colorectal cancer. The nurse should describe which of the following as the most common sign of possible colon cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A change in bowel habits, such as persistent constipation or diarrhea, is the most common sign of possible colon cancer, warranting further investigation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is assessing a client who has a newly created colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A purplish-colored stoma suggests compromised blood supply, a serious issue requiring immediate reporting to prevent necrosis.
Question 3 of 5
Give Ceclor 45mg/kg/day p.o. in 3 divided doses for a patient who weighs 66 pounds. How many mLs would the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 3.6
Rationale: For a 30 kg patient (66 lbs / 2.2), dose is 45 mg/kg/day = 1350 mg/day, or 450 mg/dose; 450 mg / 125 mg/mL = 3.6 mL per dose.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with hepatic encephalopathy. The nurse's assessment reveals that the patient exhibits episodes of confusion, is difficult to arouse from sleep and has rigid extremities. Based on these clinical findings, the nurse should document what stage of hepatic encephalopathy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe confusion, difficulty arousing, and rigid extremities indicate Stage 4 hepatic encephalopathy, the most advanced stage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a patient who is postoperative day 2 following gastric surgery. The nurse's assessment should be planned in light of the possibility of what potential complications?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Atelectasis, pneumonia, and metabolic imbalances are common post-gastric surgery complications due to reduced lung function and electrolyte disturbances.