ATI RN
ATI Nur 221 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with lupus and is reviewing the medication list. Which of the following prescriptions would not correlate to this illness?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Donepezil treats Alzheimer's, unrelated to lupus's autoimmune pathology. Prednisone , hydroxychloroquine , and methotrexate manage inflammation, flares, and immune activity in lupus, aligning with standard treatment.
Question 2 of 5
What is the priority of care for a child who was recently diagnosed with celiac disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A gluten-free diet ensures nutrient absorption for growth, the priority in pediatric celiac disease. Crisis prevention and adjustment are secondary, and respiratory issues are irrelevant.
Question 3 of 5
A goiter is characterized by which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Goiter is thyroid enlargement, often from iodine deficiency or hyperplasia. Fever is for thyroid storm, fibrosis is vascular, and glycosaminoglycans are for myxedema.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with esophageal varices. Which of these findings would be early indicators of bleeding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia, restlessness, and pallor indicate early blood loss from varices. Epigastric fullness is vague, yellow sclera reflects liver issues, and bradycardia/lethargy are late signs.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a history of asthma. The nurse reviews the provider's orders and recognizes that clarification is needed for which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carvedilol, a non-selective beta-blocker, risks bronchospasm in asthma. Fluticasone , captopril , and isosorbide are safe for asthma and heart failure.