ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Midterm RN 36 1125 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After assessing a patient with ulcerative colitis (UC), the nurse concludes that the patient has moderate disease. Which patient symptoms support the nurse's conclusion?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Anorexia, rectal bleeding, left lower quadrant pain, and steatorrhea indicate moderate UC due to inflammation and malabsorption.
Question 2 of 5
After assessing a patient with ulcerative colitis (UC), the nurse concludes that the patient has moderate disease. Which patient symptoms support the nurse's conclusion?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Anorexia, rectal bleeding, left lower quadrant pain, and steatorrhea indicate moderate UC due to inflammation and malabsorption.
Question 3 of 5
A 55-year-old patient with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) is scheduled to receive a prescribed dose of epoetin alfa (Procrit). Which statement should the nurse include in her teaching about this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epoetin alfa is used to treat anemia in chronic kidney disease by supplementing erythropoietin, which damaged kidneys cannot produce effectively.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease and will soon begin hemodialysis treatments. Which of the following restrictions should the nurse discuss with the client that may impact their quality of life?
Correct Answer: C,E,F
Rationale: Time constraints, dietary restrictions, and fluid restrictions significantly impact quality of life in hemodialysis patients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is giving a presentation about preventing deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the following should the nurse include as risk factors for this disorder?
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Immobility, oral contraceptive use, and hypertension (via associated conditions) increase DVT risk.