ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an aminoglycoside antibiotic to a client admitted with a diagnosis of acute diverticulitis. What is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obtaining a serum trough level is the priority nursing action. Trough levels are drawn just before the next dose of the drug is due and are used to assess whether the dosage is safe.
Question 2 of 5
A client is receiving trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. What information should the nurse include in the teaching about this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections. One of the key instructions for patients taking this medication is to increase fluid intake to 3 to 4 liters per 24 hours. This is because the medication can crystallize in the urine, which can lead to kidney stones or damage if the patient is not adequately hydrated.
Question 3 of 5
A newly diagnosed diabetic client is 24 hours post-op following abdominal surgery. The 0700 blood glucose level is 200 mg/dl and the nurse administers 4 units of insulin aspart subcutaneously per the prescribed sliding scale. When should the nurse first assess the client for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the patient for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia at 0730, 30 minutes after insulin administration, is appropriate as insulin aspart is a rapid-acting insulin with an onset of 10-20 minutes and peak action within 1-3 hours.
Question 4 of 5
The client diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? Which clinical manifestation should the nurse anticipate as an expected finding for a client diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition characterized by the formation of a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg. One of the most common symptoms of DVT is swelling of the affected extremity. This occurs because the blood clot obstructs the flow of blood, causing fluid to build up in the tissues.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating a patient with diabetes mellitus about the chronic complications associated with the disease. What information should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes mellitus can lead to several chronic complications, including retinopathy, which can cause blindness. Regular eye exams are crucial for early detection and treatment of diabetic retinopathy.