ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Midterm RN 36 1125 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In an effort to decrease the rate of urinary tract infections, which of the following should the nurse manager teach the nursing staff?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Removing catheters, proper perineal care, completing antibiotics, and adequate fluid intake reduce UTI risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has stable angina and a new prescription for transdermal nitroglycerin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Applying a new patch daily, removing it for 10-12 hours, and rotating hairless sites ensure effective use of transdermal nitroglycerin.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has peripheral venous disease about the management of symptoms. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inspecting the legs daily for changes is a key part of self-management for peripheral venous disease, aiding in early detection of complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an acute kidney injury caused by acute tubular necrosis. The client asks why their glomerular filtration rate (GFR) keeps decreasing. Which of the following pathophysiological changes occurring in the kidney should the nurse explain as the cause of the decrease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute tubular necrosis is characterized by damage to the renal tubular cells, which can lead to a decrease in GFR. This damage impairs the kidney's ability to filter waste products from the blood.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has atrial fibrillation and reports heart palpitations, lightheadedness, and shortness of breath. Which of the following procedures should the nurse anticipate for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Synchronized electrical cardioversion is a common treatment for atrial fibrillation to restore normal rhythm, especially with significant symptoms.