ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The client complains of severe burning in the esophagus. The provider orders magnesium hydroxide. What outcome should the nurse expect if the medication achieves the desired therapeutic effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Magnesium hydroxide, an antacid, neutralizes gastric acid, alleviating the burning sensation associated with GERD.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about long-term effects of childhood obesity. The nurse should include which of the following conditions as a potential complication of childhood obesity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Childhood obesity significantly increases the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus due to insulin resistance from excess adiposity.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about dietary management post gastric banding (Lap-band) surgery. Which information does the nurse plan to Include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maximizing protein intake supports tissue repair and satiety, crucial for post-gastric banding recovery.