ATI RN
ATI Nur 211 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which is a long-term complication of diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diabetic neuropathy is a well-known long-term complication of diabetes mellitus resulting from nerve damage.
Question 2 of 5
A client with type 1 diabetes is admitted to the emergency department for DKA. Which assessment findings should the nurse expect to note?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: DKA causes fruity breath from ketones and Kussmaul breathing to compensate for acidosis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a priority intervention to provide comfort for the child with pruritus associated with varicella zoster virus?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a cool cloth to the rash provides immediate relief from itching and reduces the urge to scratch.
Question 4 of 5
A client with bacterial pneumonia is admitted to the pediatric unit. What would the nurse expect the admitting assessment to reveal?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high fever is a common symptom in children with bacterial pneumonia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client who is scheduled for surgery to repair retinal detachment. Which of the following preoperative instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restricting head movement is crucial to prevent further damage to the retina. Sudden head movements can exacerbate the detachment.