ATI LPN
COPD Patient Care Question Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 87 year-old client with urinary retention. Which finding should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fecal impaction can obstruct the bladder outlet, worsening retention and risking complications like overflow.
Question 2 of 5
When teaching parents about sickle cell disease, the nurse should tell them that their child's anemia is caused by
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sickle cell anemia results from increased RBC destruction (hemolysis) outpacing production.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing home care for a client with heart failure and pulmonary edema. Which nursing diagnosis should have priority in planning care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Activity intolerance reflects impaired oxygenation, the most urgent issue in heart failure with pulmonary edema.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with active tuberculosis who has a history of noncompliance. Which of the following actions by the nurse would represent appropriate care for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weekly visits enable directly observed therapy (DOT), ensuring compliance in TB treatment.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 5 year-old child whose left leg is in skeletal traction. Which of the following activities would be an appropriate diversional activity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hand-held games suit a child in traction, avoiding leg movement while engaging them.