ATI RN
ATI nur 242 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Treatment for frostbite includes which actions?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: IV opioids manage frostbite pain. Warm water immersion aids rewarming. Elevating limbs reduces edema post-rewarming. Lowering limbs is incorrect; elevation is needed. Tetanus prophylaxis is recommended.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle wasting and osteoporosis are expected due to cortisol's catabolic effects. Diaphoresis is not typical. Hypertension, not hypotension , is common. Weight gain, not loss , occurs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client who is to receive chemotherapy for treatment of ovarian cancer. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antiemetics prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea. Dark stools are not typical. Flossing risks bleeding. Mouthwash may irritate mucosa.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following findings indicate that the client may be experiencing transplant rejection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated creatinine suggests kidney transplant rejection. Normal sodium , blood pressure , and no edema do not indicate rejection.
Extract:
Medical History
Vital Signs
Nurse’s Notes
Physical Examination Results
Diagnostic Results
The client is a 29-year-old female with a recent diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). She has no prior history of chronic illnesses but has been experiencing progressive fatigue for the past few months, which worsens despite rest. The client was recently started on hydroxychloroquine as part of her treatment plan for SLE. She reports joint tenderness and has been noticing a rash on her face, neck, and scalp. She denies any chest pain, shortness of breath, or gastrointestinal symptoms. The client is aware of the potential complications of SLE, such as renal involvement and photosensitivity, and is being closely monitored by her primary healthcare provider.
A nurse is caring for a 29-year-old female client in a clinic who has been newly diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The client has been experiencing symptoms associated with SLE, including a rash and joint pain, and is currently undergoing treatment with hydroxychloroquine. The nurse must evaluate the client's condition based on the exhibits provided to determine appropriate actions and possible complications.
Question 5 of 5
The client is at risk for developing:
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Photosensitivity and chronic fatigue are SLE risks due to rashes and persistent fatigue. Weight loss and hypoglycemia are not typical.