ATI RN
ATI Nur285 Med Surg Fall Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is completing discharge teaching with a patient following an ileostomy. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for more teaching concerning the ileostomy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Some foods may cause blockages or discomfort post-ileostomy, requiring dietary modifications, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is creating a plan of care to maintain the skin integrity of a client who experiences frequent diarrhea due to ulcerative colitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wiping the perianal area with warm water and applying a barrier cream is an appropriate and effective intervention to protect the skin. The warm water is gentle, and the barrier cream provides a protective layer that helps prevent skin breakdown from frequent contact with stool.
Question 3 of 5
A client diagnosed with type II diabetes is prescribed prednisone for an acute exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease. Which management strategy should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking prednisone as prescribed is essential to manage inflammation and prevent complications like adrenal insufficiency, especially in a client with diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with right lower-lobe pneumonia has been treated with IV antibiotics for 3 days. Which assessment data obtained by the nurse indicates that the treatment is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A decrease in the white blood cell count toward normal levels indicates that the infection is responding to antibiotic treatment. A WBC count of 6000/μL is within the normal range for adults (usually 4,000€“11,000/μL), suggesting the body is no longer fighting a significant infection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new colostomy. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A small amount of bleeding around the stoma is normal during early healing, but excessive bleeding requires attention.