ATI RN
ATI Nur 285 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Following an intravenous pyelogram (IVP) using contrast medium, the nurse should anticipate incorporating which of the following measures the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging adequate fluid intake is crucial after the administration of contrast medium to help flush the kidneys and minimize the risk of contrast-induced nephropathy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is performing a monofilament sensory assessment of a client who has diabetes mellitus. When performing this assessment, for which of the following complications is the nurse monitoring?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neuropathy is the correct answer, as monofilament testing assesses sensation loss in peripheral neuropathy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is admitted with severe hemorrhage from traumatic injury who is receiving IV fluid resuscitation therapy. The nurse should identify a decrease in which of the following findings as an indication of adequate fluid replacement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A decrease in heart rate is a sign of improved perfusion and stabilization, suggesting that fluid replacement is effective in compensating for blood loss.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is transferred to the emergency department from the outpatient clinic with a diagnosis of hyperkalemia. Kayexalate was prescribed. Which of the following nursing actions will the nurse perform before administering Kayexalate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for bowel sounds is essential because Kayexalate works by exchanging potassium for sodium in the intestine, and bowel motility must be adequate to ensure the medication is effective and to prevent complications such as bowel obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone a transurethral prostatectomy. Following catheter removal, the nurse should inform the client that he should expect which of the following variations in the color of his urine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pale pink urine is a common and expected variation after a transurethral prostatectomy, indicating minor bleeding or irritation without significant risk.