ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 III Questions
Question 1 of 5
What instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Daily weighing monitors fluid status and thyroid treatment efficacy in hypothyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
What findings should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lower extremity edema is a hallmark of right-sided heart failure due to fluid backup.
Extract:
Nurse’s Notes
Vital Signs
Diagnostic Results
1300hrs
The client appears restless and complains of feeling weak. He reports difficulty in breathing and has a persistent cough. His skin is cool and clammy to touch. He is oriented to time, place, and person but appears anxious.
At 1300hrs, a nurse is preparing to administer medications to a 68-year-old male client in the cardiac unit. The client’s medications include Furosemide 40 mg PO daily, Potassium chloride 10 mEq/L PO twice daily, Lisinopril 10 mg PO daily, NPH insulin 26 units SUBQ daily, and Atorvastatin 20 mg PO daily.
Question 3 of 5
Based on the findings above, complete the following sentence by using the list of options. The nurse should clarify the prescription for...... due to the client's.......
Correct Answer: A,F
Rationale: The client's cool, clammy skin, weakness, and respiratory distress suggest potential fluid overload or worsening cardiac status. Furosemide, a diuretic, should be clarified due to the client's condition, as it may exacerbate dehydration or hypotension if not carefully monitored.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following information should the nurse include about the action of oxybutynin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxybutynin reduces involuntary bladder contractions, decreasing urination frequency.
Question 5 of 5
What actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reminiscence therapy supports cognitive function in Alzheimer's patients.