ATI RN
ATI Med-Surg 200 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a common symptom of diverticular disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abdominal pain and cramping, often in the lower left abdomen, are common symptoms of diverticular disease.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the client requires additional teaching when he states, 'Drugs like orlistat will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Orlistat is not typically used for ten years, as it is prescribed for a limited duration to aid initial weight loss efforts.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted with a possible small bowel obstruction. The nurse anticipates that the client's care will include: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Keeping the client NPO, measuring abdominal girth, administering fluids, and preparing for radiologic studies are essential to manage small bowel obstruction and monitor for complications.
Question 4 of 5
After having a vertical sleeve gastrectomy performed, a 42-year-old male client returns to the surgical nursing unit with a nasogastric tube to low, intermittent suction and a client-controlled analgesia (PCA) machine for pain control. Which nursing action should be included in the post-op plan of care for the first 24 hours?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Supporting the surgical site during deep breathing and coughing prevents complications like atelectasis.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has suspected appendicitis. While waiting for surgery, nursing interventions for this client would include: (NOTE: Assume that there are physician's orders for all interventions which would require them.) (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Prophylactic antibiotics reduce postoperative infection risk, and keeping the client NPO prevents aspiration during surgery.