ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient's new onset of dysphagia has required insertion of an NG tube for feeding; the nurse has modified the patient's care plan accordingly. What intervention should the nurse include in the patient's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Confirming the placement of the NG tube prior to each medication administration is crucial to ensure safe and effective delivery of medications and nutrition, preventing complications such as aspiration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client with suspected appendicitis. Identify where the nurse will palpate to assess for pain at McBurney's point.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: McBurney's point is located in the right lower quadrant, one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus, and is a key assessment area for appendicitis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has ulcerative colitis and is teaching the client about the common link with Crohn's disease. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are inflammatory bowel diseases characterized by chronic inflammation of the digestive tract.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is receiving education about his upcoming Billroth I procedure (gastroduodenostomy). This patient should be informed that he may experience which of the following adverse effects associated with this procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diarrhea and feelings of fullness are common after a Billroth I due to rapid food passage into the small intestine.
Question 5 of 5
A patient, admitted with a head injury, has an order for DSNS at 125 ml/hour. The IV tubing has a calibration of 15gtt/mL. What is the correct rate of flow for this patient in gtt/min?
Correct Answer: 31.25
Rationale: Flow rate = (125 mL x 15 gtt/mL) / 60 min = 31.25 gtt/min, ensuring accurate IV fluid administration.