ATI LPN
LPN Pharmacology Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client is receiving intravenous heparin for treatment of a pulmonary embolism. Which medication should the nurse ensure is readily available?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A client with peripheral arterial disease complains of leg pain while walking. The nurse should reinforce which teaching point with the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For clients with peripheral arterial disease experiencing leg pain while walking, gradually increasing daily walking distance is beneficial. This approach helps improve circulation, build tolerance, and reduce symptoms over time. Compression stockings can also be recommended for some clients to assist with circulation, but the priority teaching point in this scenario is to promote gradual increases in walking distance to enhance vascular health and symptom management.
Question 3 of 5
The client is scheduled to undergo a treadmill stress test. Which instruction should the client be reinforced with?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of angina is scheduled for an exercise electrocardiography (ECG) test. The nurse should explain that the purpose of this test is to evaluate which factor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An exercise electrocardiography (ECG) test is used to evaluate the heart's response to physical stress. During the test, the heart's electrical activity is monitored while the client exercises, helping to identify any areas of ischemia or abnormal rhythms. This test helps healthcare providers assess the heart's function and detect any potential issues related to angina or other cardiac conditions.
Question 5 of 5
The healthcare provider is monitoring a client with left-sided heart failure. Which assessment finding indicates that the client's condition is worsening?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.