ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client has a possible diagnosis of appendicitis. On physical examination, the nurse should assess for tenderness on palpation at McBurney's point, located at which pictured site?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: McBurney's point is located approximately one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) to the umbilicus, on the right side of the abdomen.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The nurse understands that the best explanation for utilizing TPN is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TPN provides all nutritional needs in a hypertonic solution for clients unable to tolerate enteral nutrition due to impaired GI function.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most common cause of cystitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bacterial infection, primarily by E. coli, is the most common cause of cystitis, leading to inflammation of the bladder.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a common symptom of diverticular disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abdominal pain and cramping, often in the lower left abdomen, are common symptoms of diverticular disease.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a peptic ulcer that is actively bleeding. Which finding would the nurse Immediately report to the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A hemoglobin of 7.8 indicates significant blood loss from the bleeding ulcer, requiring immediate reporting to prevent complications like hypovolemic shock.