ATI RN
ATI n200 Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions by the nurse would be a violation of the patient's right to privacy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Accessing a neighbor's former spouse's lab results without a legitimate reason violates privacy. Other actions are standard care practices with patient consent or for education.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse receives an order to administer ranitidine 300 mg IVPB over one hour. Ranitidine is available 300 mg in 100 mL NSS. The drip factor of the piggyback tubing is 15 gtts/mL. How should the nurse infuse the drug in drops/minute?
Correct Answer: 25
Rationale: Infusing 100 mL over 60 minutes with a 15 gtt/mL drip factor: (100 ÷ 60) × 15 = 1.6667 × 15 = 25 gtt/min.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a community group about successful strategies for weight loss. Which would the nurse include? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Recognizing satiety prevents overeating, and a food diary tracks intake for better choices. Eating quickly, frequent weighing, and alcohol increase overeating or weight gain risks.
Question 4 of 5
After having bariatric surgery, a client being discharged tells the nurse, 'I prefer to be independent. I'm not interested in joining a support group.' Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Highlighting the practical benefits of support groups encourages adherence to lifestyle changes without pressuring the client, respecting their autonomy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment on a client who has been diagnosed with severe peritonitis. Which finding would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leukocytosis is expected in severe peritonitis due to the immune response to infection or inflammation. Active bowel sounds, no pain, and an undistended abdomen are unlikely, as peritonitis typically causes reduced bowel sounds, significant pain, and abdominal distension.