ATI LPN
Shadow Health Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube. On the second postoperative day, the chest tube accidentally disconnects from the drainage tube. The first action the nurse should take is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clamping prevents air entry into the pleural space, reducing pneumothorax risk until the system is reconnected.
Question 2 of 5
When providing discharge teaching to a client with asthma, the nurse will warn against the use of which of the following over-the-counter medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin can trigger asthma exacerbations in sensitive individuals.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a parent how to administer oral iron supplements to a 2 year-old child. Which of the following interventions should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin C (in orange juice) enhances absorption; a straw prevents tooth staining.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving dexamethasone (Decadron) therapy. What should the nurse plan to monitor in this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dexamethasone, a glucocorticoid, can cause hyperglycemia, requiring regular glucose monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
A client with anemia has a new prescription for ferrous sulfate. In teaching the client about diet and iron supplements, the nurse should emphasize that absorption of iron is enhanced if taken with which substance?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin C in orange juice enhances iron absorption.