ATI RN
ATI 24 Spns 126 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus asks a nurse to explain how he developed the condition. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance, where the body cannot process glucose effectively, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse should recognize which of the following findings is the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bright red urine indicates active bleeding, a serious complication requiring immediate attention to prevent hemorrhage.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to a client who is postoperative from a hip arthroplasty. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding crossing the legs for the first 3 months after surgery helps prevent dislocation of the hip joint and promotes proper healing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Difficulty starting urine flow is common in BPH due to prostate enlargement obstructing the urethra.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated creatinine is a common finding in chronic kidney disease due to decreased renal function and impaired clearance of creatinine from the blood.