ATI RN
ATI N200 Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
At 1630 a Type I diabetic client's blood glucose level is 50 mg/dl. The client is alert; however, dinner will not be served until 1715. The nurse's initial action should be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orange juice provides a quick source of carbohydrates to treat mild hypoglycemia effectively before dinner.
Question 2 of 5
A 72-year-old client is admitted to the medical-surgical unit with a diagnosis of acute pyelonephritis. The client complains of costovertebral tenderness. What it the most appropriate nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Offering an analgesic is the most appropriate action. Pain management is crucial for the comfort of the client with costovertebral tenderness due to pyelonephritis.
Question 3 of 5
A client is prescribed metronidazole, an antimicrobial agent, orally for 10 days. When performing discharge teaching, which statement(s) should be included in the instruction? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Completing the full course of antibiotics is essential to ensure the infection is fully treated. Metronidazole can cause a disulfiram-like reaction if alcohol is consumed. Metronidazole can potentially reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client who is diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease about the benefits of walking to exercise. What information should the nurse reinforce with this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Walking to the point of pain and resting improves circulation over time in PAD.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) has a new prescription for clopidogrel. What information should the nurse include when teaching the client about this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clopidogrel increases bleeding risk, and black or bloody stools indicate potential bleeding requiring immediate attention.