ATI RN
ATI Nur 112 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing medication teaching to a client with bipolar disorder who receives a prescription for lithium carbonate. Which instruction should the nurse emphasize with the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adequate fluid intake (1500-2000 mL/day) is critical to prevent lithium toxicity, which can occur with dehydration.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client how to use an inhaler device. Which client statement indicates to the nurse that the client understands the instructions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after inhaler use, especially with corticosteroids, prevents oral thrush and irritation, indicating proper understanding of instructions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving a prescription for sucralfate to treat a peptic ulcer. Which instruction should the nurse provide during discharge education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sucralfate forms a protective barrier over ulcers and should be taken on an empty stomach to ensure effectiveness, as food can interfere with its action.
Question 4 of 5
A client with chemotherapy-induced nausea receives a prescription for metoclopramide. Which adverse effect is most important for the nurse to report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Involuntary movements, such as tardive dyskinesia, are a serious, potentially irreversible side effect of metoclopramide, requiring immediate reporting and possible discontinuation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client who has been diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) about the antiretroviral medication regimen. Which statement provided by the client requires additional instruction by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: While antiretroviral therapy significantly reduces the risk of HIV transmission, it does not completely prevent it. The client needs further instruction to understand that preventive measures, such as condoms, are still necessary to minimize transmission risk.