ATI LPN
Patient Comfort Questions Shadow Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client on warfarin therapy following coronary artery stent placement calls the clinic to ask if he can take Alka-Seltzer for an upset stomach. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin in Alka-Seltzer increases bleeding risk with warfarin.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse observes a staff member caring for a client with a left unilateral mastectomy. The nurse would intervene if she notices the staff member is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: BP on the affected arm risks lymphedema post-mastectomy.
Question 3 of 5
A young adult male has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Which of these statements by this client would need to be explored by the nurse to clarify his understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stage 3 indicates advanced cancer (more involvement), not less, showing a misunderstanding.
Question 4 of 5
Which finding would be the most characteristic of an acute episode of reactive airway disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expiratory wheezing is the hallmark of reactive airway disease (e.g., asthma) during an acute episode.
Question 5 of 5
A newly appointed nurse manager is having difficulties with time management. Which advice from an experienced manager should the new manager implement initially?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A time log identifies inefficiencies, providing a baseline for improvement.