ATI LPN
LPN Pharmacology Assessment A Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of heart failure is being discharged. What information should the nurse emphasize to the client regarding the use of a daily weight log?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Report any weight gain of more than 2 pounds in a day.' Sudden weight gain of more than 2 pounds in a day may indicate fluid retention and worsening heart failure. This information is crucial for early intervention and monitoring of the client's condition. Weighing after eating breakfast (choice B) may not provide consistent results due to varying food and fluid intake. Using the same scale each day (choice C) ensures accuracy and consistency in weight measurements. Recording weight daily (choice D) is more frequent than necessary and may not be practical for all clients, making it important to focus on significant weight changes instead.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (MI) is receiving thrombolytic therapy. The nurse monitors the client for which potential complication associated with this therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with coronary artery disease (CAD) about the risk factors for the disease. Which modifiable risk factor should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cigarette smoking is a modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD) because it can be changed or controlled to reduce the risk of developing CAD. Family history, age, and gender are non-modifiable risk factors, meaning they cannot be changed. By emphasizing the importance of quitting smoking, the nurse can help the client reduce their risk of CAD and improve their overall cardiovascular health.
Question 4 of 5
A client is scheduled for a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. The nurse should prepare the client by reinforcing information about which post-operative care measure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The client with heart failure is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin). The nurse should monitor the client for which sign of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.