ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals of Nursing Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving continuous enteral feedings. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing the feeding tube every 4 hours is essential to maintain patency and prevent clogging, ensuring the client receives the prescribed enteral nutrition without interruption. Monitoring intake and output, measuring temperature, and changing the feeding bag and tubing are also important aspects of care but not directly related to maintaining the patency of the feeding tube in a client receiving continuous enteral feedings.
Question 2 of 5
A client with dysphagia and at risk for aspiration needs care planning. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A healthcare professional is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection to a client. Which of the following actions should the healthcare professional take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a new prescription for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When a client is on total parenteral nutrition (TPN), monitoring blood glucose levels daily is crucial to manage and detect complications like hyperglycemia, which can occur due to the high glucose content in TPN solutions. Regular blood glucose monitoring helps the healthcare team adjust the TPN infusion rate to maintain optimal glucose levels and prevent adverse events.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching a client with a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus about foot care, which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inspecting the feet daily is crucial for clients with diabetes mellitus to detect early signs of injury or infection promptly. This practice helps prevent serious complications such as diabetic foot ulcers. Soaking feet in hot water daily can lead to skin dryness and increase the risk of injury. Applying lotion between toes can cause moisture buildup, leading to fungal infections. Using over-the-counter products to remove corns can result in skin damage and should be done under healthcare provider supervision.