ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse manager at a skilled nursing facility has noticed an increase in urinary tract infections (UTIs) by 12% in the past year. In an e?ort to decrease this rate, which of the following should the nurse manager teach the nursing staff? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Front-to-back wiping (
A), early catheter removal (
B), completing antibiotics (
C), regular voiding (
D), and fluid intake (E) reduce UTI risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing laboratory values associated with the renal system with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the values?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased creatinine indicates AKI due to reduced filtration. Specific gravity rises in hypovolemia, potassium is unrelated to polyuria, and BUN rises in dehydration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client admited with renal calculus. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse associate with renal calculi? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Fever may indicate infection from renal calculi (
A). Urinary urgency occurs if stones affect the lower urinary tract (
B). Flank pain is a classic symptom (E). Incontinence and gastrointestinal upset are not directly linked.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has urolithiasis (renal calculi). The nurse should explain that which of the following conditions can increase the risk for renal calculi?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dehydration concentrates urine, promoting stone formation. Iron deficiency, proteinuria, and obesity are less directly linked.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client admited for pyelonephritis. The client's history includes frequent urinary tract infections (UTI). Which of the following statements by the client indicates that they are su?ering from a psychosocial effect from frequent UTIs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Missing social activities indicates a psychosocial impact. Back pain, bathroom proximity, and nausea are physical symptoms.