Med Surg ATI

Question 1

Cholecystitis

Answer 1

Vague pain radiating to right shoulder

Question 2

Indication of peritonitis

Answer 2

Rigid, board-like abdomen

Question 3

Hep A

Answer 3

Contaminated food or water

Question 4

Left sided heart failure

Answer 4

Oliguria during the day

Question 5

Ileostomy pouch

Answer 5

Empty when 1/3 or 1/2 full, use skin barrier when refitting

Question 6

Rheumatoid arthritis

Answer 6

Alternation of heat and cold packs, exercise even if its painful

Question 7

Aphasia

Answer 7

Left hemisphere stroke

Question 8

Impulsive behavior

Answer 8

Right hemisphere stroke

Question 9

Hearing aid

Answer 9

Have the most difficulty with background noises

Question 10

Increased pain with rheumatoid arthritis

Answer 10

Increased globulin and ESR

Question 11

Prednisone inhaler

Answer 11

Don’t space puffs 15 seconds apart
Exhale w/ pursed lips
Rinse mouth after
Hold for 10 secs after inhale

Question 12

Erythropoietin

Answer 12

Reduces need for transfusions with CKF bc it reverses the anemia, iron is necessary for it to work, need frequent blood tests, don’t limit the amount of protein

Question 13

Hemolytic transfusion reaction

Answer 13

Lower back pain and apprehension

Question 14

Arterial line

Answer 14

Place a pressure bag around the flush solution

Question 15

Adverse effect of beta blockers

Answer 15

Bronchoconstriction

Question 16

How to prevent dumping syndrome after gastrectomy

Answer 16

Lay in a supine position after meals, do not drink liquids with meals or 1 hour before or after meals

Question 17

Severe lyme dz

Answer 17

Abx for 30 days, joints will ache