ATI RN
ATI n200 Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse assesses a client admitted 4 hours ago with a diagnosis of diverticulitis. Which assessment finding must be reported immediately to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A temperature of 102.6°F indicates a significant infection or abscess, requiring immediate reporting. Fecal incontinence and hematoma are concerning but not directly related to diverticulitis, and unchanged abdominal girth suggests no acute worsening.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering medications to a client receiving tube feedings through a gastrostomy tube. The correct procedure for administration is to: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Flushing with water, crushing tablets, and using liquid medications ensure safe delivery and prevent clogs. Mixing with formula or combining drugs risks interactions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is recording data obtained from a client's admission assessment. Which notation is most consistent with the presence of a gastric ulcer? The client states that pain:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain 30 minutes after eating is typical for gastric ulcers due to acid and food irritation. Pain relief by eating is more common in duodenal ulcers.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is leading a community-based discussion group on pharmacotherapy used in obesity. Which statement(s) made by the participants is/are correct? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Non-pharmacological methods are first-line, and approved drugs work via absorption or appetite mechanisms. Other claims are false due to side effects, variable efficacy, and unrealistic weight loss goals.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of PUD is admitted to a medical-surgical unit with pyloric obstruction. The nurse caring for this client knows to monitor for the following symptoms: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Abdominal pain relieved by belching, epigastric fullness, and nausea are typical due to stomach outflow blockage. Respiratory acidosis is unrelated to pyloric obstruction.