ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is involved in a health promotion program for teenagers related to the prevention of oral cancer. Which behaviors would the nurse explain as increasing the risk for oral cancer? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Chewing tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption are significant risk factors for oral cancer due to their irritative and carcinogenic effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client and observes that the client's urine is dark amber, cloudy, and has an unpleasant odor. The nurse should recognize that these findings are associated with which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dark amber, cloudy urine with an unpleasant odor is indicative of a urinary tract infection due to bacterial inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client to the surgical unit from the PACU following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxygen saturation is critical to ensure adequate oxygenation post-surgery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has liver failure with ascites and is receiving spironolactone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spironolactone, a diuretic, promotes sodium excretion, leading to decreased sodium levels.
Question 5 of 5
An acute pancreatitis patient who complains of muscle cramping. The nurse explains to the patient that is the typical sign and symptom of?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypocalcemia, common in acute pancreatitis, causes muscle cramping due to calcium sequestration.