ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 7 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has end-stage cirrhosis of the liver with hepatic encephalopathy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to implement to decrease the client's ammonia level?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing protein intake lowers ammonia production, helping manage hepatic encephalopathy. Vitamin K, fluid restriction, and diuretics address other cirrhosis complications, not ammonia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a thallium scan. When talking with the client about this procedure, which of the following statements should the nurse give?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A thallium scan detects heart muscle damage by identifying areas with reduced blood flow, indicating ischemia or infarction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has scleroderma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hardened skin is a hallmark of scleroderma, resulting from excessive collagen deposition causing thickened, tight skin.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has COPD. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking beverages with meals can cause early fullness, reducing nutrient intake, which is counterproductive for COPD patients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has labyrinthitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring cardinal fields of vision assesses nystagmus in labyrinthitis, aiding in evaluating vestibular dysfunction and guiding care.