ATI MEDSURG COMPILATION BUNDLE

What is the cause of a 'non-mechanical' bowel obstruction? A. A tumor or twisting of the bowel. B. Constipation. C. General anesthesia, narcotics, and handling of the bowel during surgery. D. Adhesions C What should the nurse advise a pt. who has diverticulosis to eat? A. High fiber f...

Diabetic Ketoacidosis - assessment: dehydration, ketosis, metabolic acidosis, hyperglycemia - admin fast acting insulin that can be effective within 10 min, admin IV - kussmaul resp Beta blockers (Propanolol) - monitor: sore throat, vision changes, blurred vision, dry eyes, dry mouth, abd...

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has AIDS. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? "I should clean my toothbrush in the dishwasher once a month." "I should eat more fresh fruit and vegetables." "I will avoid drinking a glass ...

A nurse is admitting a client who reports nausea, vomiting, and weakness. Upon assessment, the client has dry oral mucous membranes, temperature 38.5° C (101.3° F), pulse 92/min, respirations 24/min, skin cool with tenting present, and blood pressure 102/64 mm Hg. His urine is concentrated with ...

A nurse is planning care for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan A. Provide the client with a means of communication B. Maintain the head of the client's bed in a flat position C. Suction the client's endotrache...

A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic venous insufficiency and a prescription for thigh high compression stockings. Which action should the nurse take? a. elevate legs for 10 min, 2-3 times a day while wearing stockings b. apply the stockings in the morning upon awakening and before getti...

A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who has suspected anemia. The nurse should anticipate a prescription from the provider for which of the following tests? a. INR b. Platelet count c. WBC count d. Hgb d. An Hgb test is prescribed to confirm a diagnosis of anemia A nurse is caring...

A nurse is caring for a client who has blood glucose of 52 mg/dL. The client is lethargic but arousable. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first? A. Recheck blood glucose in 15 min. B. Provide a carbohydrate and protein food. C. Provide 4 oz grape juice. D. Report findin...

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus and reports difficulty following the diet and remembering to take the prescribed medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote client compliance? Select all that apply. A. Ask the dietit...