ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a urinary tract infection and a prescription for ciprofloxacin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse reinforce to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding calcium supplements prevents reduced absorption of ciprofloxacin, ensuring its effectiveness against the infection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who has constipation after receiving opioid medication for incisional pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Auscultating bowel sounds assesses bowel motility, guiding further interventions for opioid-induced constipation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in hospice care who is dying. The client's partner expresses concern that the client is sleeping more than in the previous week. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting quietly near the bedside offers emotional support and acknowledges the partner's concern, aligning with the comfort-focused goals of hospice care.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has gout and a new prescription for allopurinol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drinking at least 2 liters of fluid daily prevents uric acid buildup, reducing the risk of kidney stones while taking allopurinol.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room and sees smoke coming from the trash can next to the client's bed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the client from the room prioritizes their safety, protecting them from smoke inhalation or burns.