ATI RN
ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should be aware that Barrett's esophagus is a complication from what medical condition if left untreated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic GERD causes Barrett's esophagus through prolonged acid exposure, altering esophageal lining. Spicy food and vomiting may irritate but aren't primary causes, and polyps are unrelated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient about medications. Which statement from the patient indicates teaching is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotating transdermal patch sites prevents irritation and ensures absorption. Stopping antibiotics early risks resistance, skipping doses is incorrect, and parenteral drugs don't require food.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has peptic ulcer disease. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings as an indication of gastrointestinal perforation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden abdominal pain signals gastrointestinal perforation, requiring urgent intervention. Bradycardia, hyperactive sounds, and hypertension are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a pre-existing cardiovascular disease and atrial fibrillation. What type of stroke is this client at increased risk to have?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation increases embolic stroke risk due to heart clots traveling to the brain. Hemorrhagic, thrombotic, and subarachnoid strokes are less directly linked.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an immunosuppressed pediatric client who reports soreness in his mouth and refuses to eat. Inspection of his mouth reveals a white, milky plaque that does not come off with rubbing. The nurse should anticipate which drug to be administered to this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nystatin treats oral thrush (candidiasis), indicated by white plaques in immunosuppressed patients. Acyclovir is antiviral, metronidazole and amoxicillin are antibiotics.