ATI RN
ATI n120 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse knows that all of the following are features of ulcerative colitis except?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Skip lesions and cobblestone appearance are features of Crohn's disease, not ulcerative colitis, which has continuous inflammation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes which of the following as signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia type I diabetes mellitus? Select all that apply,
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Hyperglycemia causes polyuria and polydipsia due to glucose excretion and dehydration, unlike unconsciousness, anorexia, or respiratory changes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a patient with chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following should be included in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Avoiding prolonged sitting/standing, elevating legs, and using compression stockings manage CVI; walking is beneficial, and dangling legs worsens symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with musculoskeletal trauma asks the nurse about the difference between a strain and a sprain. Which of the following is a correct statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sprain involves ligament damage at a joint, unlike strains (muscle/tendon) or incorrect associations with fractures or heat treatment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to give routine medications to a client with a history of hypertension. The nurse recognizes the need to assess the clients blood pressure before and after administering which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, lowers blood pressure, requiring monitoring, unlike simvastatin, aspirin, or metformin.