ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is writing a care plan for a client who was diagnosed with Crohn's disease a year ago and is now hospitalized with a fourth acute exacerbation. Which client problem should receive the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Imbalanced nutrition due to malabsorption and diarrhea is the highest priority during a Crohn's exacerbation to support healing.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the client requires additional teaching when he states, 'Drugs like orlistat will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Orlistat is not typically used for ten years, as it is prescribed for a limited duration to aid initial weight loss efforts.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a new diagnosis of GERD is preparing for discharge from the hospital. Which foods will the nurse teach this client to avoid? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Chocolate, tomato soup, spicy pork rinds, and oranges can exacerbate GERD by relaxing the LES or increasing acidity.
Question 4 of 5
A client with Type 2 diabetes is brought into the emergency room in an unresponsive state. A diagnosis of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic coma (HHNK) is made. The nurse prepares for the administration of which initial therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HHNK is characterized by severe dehydration due to osmotic diuresis from hyperglycemia, making IV saline solution the initial therapy to restore intravascular volume.
Question 5 of 5
The client has lived with ulcerative colitis for close to 15 years and has learned to manage it very well. At this point in time, the nurse's discussion with the client about this disease should have a primary focus on which question?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Medication adherence is vital for controlling inflammation and preventing flare-ups in ulcerative colitis, making it a primary focus of disease management.