ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with emphysema. What health maintenance Information would the nurse teach the client? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Proper oxygen use, smoking cessation, and regular exercise are critical for managing emphysema and improving quality of life.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The nurse understands that the best explanation for utilizing TPN is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TPN provides all nutritional needs in a hypertonic solution for clients unable to tolerate enteral nutrition due to impaired GI function.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the histories of several candidates for bariatric surgery. Who is the best candidate for the surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A BMI of 42 with obesity-related comorbidities like hypertension and gallstones makes this candidate suitable for bariatric surgery.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a common symptom of ulcerative colitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bloody diarrhea is a hallmark symptom of ulcerative colitis due to inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum.