ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult patient has been diagnosed with diverticular disease after ongoing challenges with constipation. The patient will be treated on an outpatient basis. What components of treatment should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Increasing fiber intake and reducing fat intake help manage diverticular disease by preventing constipation and colon irritation.
Question 2 of 5
Give Ceclor 45mg/kg/day p.o. in 3 divided doses for a patient who weighs 66 pounds. How many mLs would the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 3.6
Rationale: For a 30 kg patient (66 lbs / 2.2), dose is 45 mg/kg/day = 1350 mg/day, or 450 mg/dose; 450 mg / 125 mg/mL = 3.6 mL per dose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who reports taking bisacodyl tablets daily. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excessive bisacodyl use can lead to electrolyte imbalances due to fluid loss, a critical issue to address in older adults.
Question 4 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 NG tube placement before medication administration ensures safety and prevents complications like aspiration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing instructions for a 52-year-old client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The client reports that he has not had the procedure before and is very anxious about feeling pain during the procedure. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing the client about sedation addresses their anxiety about pain, providing reassurance about the procedure.