ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical surgical 2023 IV Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about high-potassium foods with a client. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A medium potato (
D) has significantly higher potassium (about 900 mg) compared to cabbage, apple, or watermelon, making it the correct choice for high-potassium teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has developed an infectious wound with foul-smelling drainage. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A private room (
D) isolates the infection and manages odor, making it the appropriate care plan action.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room and sees smoke coming from the bathroom. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting the client to safety (
D) is the first action in a fire situation, prioritizing client well-being.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is scheduled for a liver biopsy. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Platelets at 60,000/mm³ (
C) are below normal, increasing bleeding risk during a liver biopsy, necessitating provider notification.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving penicillin via intermittent IV bolus. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a clinical manifestation of anaphylaxis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pruritus (
D) is a common early sign of anaphylaxis, an allergic reaction to penicillin.