ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse evaluates that an overweight client understands the need for a healthy weight loss pattern by Indicating an intention to lose:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Losing 1 pound per week is a safe and sustainable rate for healthy weight loss.
Question 2 of 5
A client with Type 2 diabetes is brought into the emergency room in an unresponsive state. A diagnosis of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic coma (HHNK) is made. The nurse prepares for the administration of which initial therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HHNK is characterized by severe dehydration due to osmotic diuresis from hyperglycemia, making IV saline solution the initial therapy to restore intravascular volume.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client after bariatric surgery. The client complains of chest pain and shortness of breath. What is the priority nursing Intervention at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chest pain and shortness of breath may indicate a pulmonary embolism or respiratory complication, requiring immediate intervention to improve oxygenation.
Question 4 of 5
While obtaining a nursing history from a client with inflammatory bowel disease, the nurse recognizes that the client most likely has ulcerative colitis rather than Crohn's disease when the client reports experiencing:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bloody diarrhea is a hallmark symptom of ulcerative colitis, particularly during disease flares. It typically presents as frequent and urgent bowel movements containing blood, mucus, and pus. Crohn's disease, on the other hand, may present with bloody diarrhea but usually involves less frequent bowel movements.
Question 5 of 5
A client was started on total parenteral nutrition (TPN) ten days ago. The nurse recognizes that the expected effect of TPN is a:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TPN maintains or promotes weight gain by providing essential nutrients, supporting tissue repair and growth.