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ATI Nur201 FA2 Med Surg 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse realizes that which clients are at risk for intra-renal injury? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Vancomycin, glomerulonephritis, and direct kidney trauma can cause intrarenal injury by damaging renal tubules or glomeruli.
Question 2 of 5
A client newly diagnosed with angina pectoris has taken two sublingual nitroglycerin tablets for chest pain. The chest pain is relieved, but the client now reports a headache. The nurse interprets that this most likely represents which response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A headache is a common and expected side effect of nitroglycerin due to its vasodilatory effects, which increase blood flow to the head.
Question 3 of 5
A client seen in the clinic with shortness of breath and fatigue is being evaluated for a possible diagnosis of heart failure. Which laboratory result will be the most useful to monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels are elevated in heart failure. Monitoring BNP levels helps assess the severity of heart failure and the effectiveness of treatment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client scheduled for a bilateral adrenalectomy for treatment of an adrenal tumor. What information should the nurse give the client about the post-surgical needs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After a bilateral adrenalectomy, the client will need daily hormone replacement medications for life, as the adrenal glands produce essential hormones like cortisol and aldosterone.
Question 5 of 5
A client is brought into the emergency room with sudden severe complaints of eye pain, blurred and decreased visual acuity, and extreme pressure in their eyes. The nurse would most likely suspect the client to have:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute angle-closure glaucoma is characterized by sudden, severe eye pain, blurred and decreased visual acuity, and increased intraocular pressure. This condition is a medical emergency.