ATI LPN
Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
If a very active two year-old client pulls his tunneled central venous catheter out, what initial nursing action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prevents bleeding from the site; pressure is the immediate priority to control hemorrhage.
Question 2 of 5
A post-operative client has a prescription for acetaminophen with codeine. What should the nurse recognizes as a primary effect of this combination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Combining acetaminophen and codeine enhances analgesia through synergistic effects.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is applying silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) to a child with severe burns to arms and legs. Which side effect should the nurse be monitoring for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sulfa drugs can crystallize in urine, risking renal damage.
Question 4 of 5
A 5 year-old has been rushed to the emergency room several hours after acetaminophen poisoning. Which laboratory result should receive attention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated bilirubin indicates liver damage, a critical concern in acetaminophen overdose.
Question 5 of 5
The provider has ordered transdermal nitroglycerin patches for a client. Which of these instructions should be included when teaching a client about how to use the patches?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Non-hairy areas ensure proper adhesion and absorption; other options are incorrect.