Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a new tracheostomy. After completing a teaching session on tracheostomy care, what should the nurse include in the documentation?

A. The language used for teaching B. The need for additional teaching C. The client's questions after the teaching session D. The supplies required for teaching

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is evaluating care provided to a client with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which finding indicates care has been successful for this client?

A. Heart rate 110 beats per minute B. Oxygen saturation level 86% C. Urine output 20 mL per hour D. No evidence of bleeding

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is discussing the goals of treatment with a patient experiencing an end-stage renal disease. Which goal should the nurse identify as being appropriate for this patient?

A. Identify a live-in caregiver B. Demonstrate the ability to independently perform hemodialysis in the home C. State the advantages and disadvantages of types of renal replacement therapies D. Relate the hospice philosophy and identify indicators of the need for hospice care

Question 4 of 5

A patient is diagnosed with a renal system disorder that is believed to be the result of genetic and environmental factors. Which health problem is the patient most likely experiencing?

A. Hematuria B. Incontinence C. Bladder cancer D. Kidney infection

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is providing care to several clients on a medical-surgical unit. Which client is at highest risk for a nonthrombotic pulmonary embolism (PE)?

A. The client who is receiving intravenous pain medication B. The client who is postoperative from a femur fracture repair C. The client with a primary abdominal tumor D. The client who uses intravenous illicit drugs

Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts and Practice Test Bank

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN