ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse identifies a client problem of impaired skin integrity related to diarrhea for a client who has ulcerative colitis. The nurse recognizes that teaching about perianal care has been effective when the client:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gentle cleansing and drying after each stool prevents skin breakdown and irritation in ulcerative colitis patients.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with a first episode of acute cholecystitis. Which of the following may have contributed to this event? She:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pregnancy increases cholesterol saturation in bile, raising the risk of gallstone formation and cholecystitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse educator is speaking with a community group about renal disorders. Which statement is appropriate for the educator to include regarding renal stones?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dietary factors like high animal protein or oxalate intake contribute to renal stone formation.
Question 4 of 5
The client is being discharged after being seen in the urgent care center for a possible first experience with diverticulitis. The client asks the nurse what can be done to prevent further development of diverticular disease. The nurse's most important intervention to teach this client would be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increasing dietary fiber promotes regular bowel movements, reducing colon pressure and preventing diverticula formation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse determines that instruction regarding prevention of future urinary tract Infections for a female client who has cystitis has not been effective when the client states, 'I:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vaginal sprays and douches can disrupt vaginal flora, increasing UTI risk, indicating ineffective instruction.