ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse determines that a patient is experiencing oliguria based on which amount of urinary output?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oliguria is defined as urine output less than 400-500 ml/day; 350 ml/day indicates oliguria.
Question 2 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes lactulose for a patient with hepatic encephalopathy. Which data would the nurse monitor for effectiveness of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased stool frequency indicates lactulose is promoting ammonia excretion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is preoperative for a neobladder urinary diversion. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A neobladder creates an internal pouch for urine storage, allowing natural urination.
Question 4 of 5
Which subjective description of pain would the nurse expect from a patient who has cholecystitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Right upper-quadrant pain radiating to the shoulder is characteristic of cholecystitis.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse suspects that a patient who underwent esophageal surgery has a misplaced jejunostomy feeding tube. Which action would the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures verification of tube placement to prevent complications.