ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient who experienced an upper GI bleed due to gastritis has had the bleeding controlled and the patient's condition is now 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 are critical signs of potential GI bleed recurrence, indicating hypovolemia.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The nurse's comprehensive assessment of a patient includes inspection for signs of oral cancer. What assessment finding is most characteristic of oral cancer in its early stages?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A painless sore with raised edges is a hallmark early sign of oral cancer, prompting further evaluation.
Question 4 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 key complications to monitor post-gastric surgery due to respiratory and electrolyte risks.
Extract:
The client has had the following intake and output during the shift:
Intake:
4 oz of Pedialyte
1/2 of an 8-oz cup of clear orange Jell-O
2 graham crackers
200 mL of D 5-1/2 sodium chloride IV
Output:
345 mL of urine
50 mL of loose stool
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is completing the intake and output record for a preschool-age client admitted for fluid volume deficit. The nurse documents the client's intake as milliliters. How much liquid intake did the client have in Milliliters? Round the answer to the nearest whole number.
Correct Answer: 437
Rationale:
Total liquid intake is calculated as 4 oz Pedialyte (118.28 mL) + 1/2 of 8 oz Jell-O (118.28 mL) + 200 mL IV fluid = 436.56 mL, rounded to 437 mL.