ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals of Nursing Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
When assessing a client with diabetes mellitus experiencing DKA, which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kussmaul respirations are a type of deep and labored breathing pattern associated with severe metabolic acidosis, commonly observed in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). In DKA, the body tries to compensate for the acidic environment by increasing the respiratory rate, resulting in Kussmaul respirations. This helps eliminate excess carbon dioxide and reduce the acidity of the blood.
Question 2 of 5
A healthcare provider is planning to administer medications to a client who is receiving enteral feedings through an NG tube. Which of the following actions should the healthcare provider plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing the NG tube with water before and after administering medications is essential to prevent clogging of the tube and ensure proper delivery of medication. This practice helps maintain tube patency and decreases the risk of obstruction, which could compromise the client's treatment and nutrition. By flushing the tube, the healthcare provider ensures that the medication is completely delivered and that there are no residual drug particles left in the tube, which could lead to blockages or inconsistent dosing. Therefore, flushing the NG tube is a crucial step in the safe administration of medications to clients receiving enteral feedings.
Question 3 of 5
A client has tuberculosis, and the nurse is planning care. Which of the following isolation precautions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tuberculosis is transmitted through the air, making it an airborne disease. Airborne precautions are essential to prevent the spread of tuberculosis to others. These precautions include placing the client in a negative pressure room, wearing an N95 respirator mask, and ensuring proper ventilation to minimize the risk of transmission to healthcare workers and other clients.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving continuous enteral feedings. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing the feeding tube every 4 hours is essential to maintain patency and prevent clogging, ensuring the client receives the prescribed enteral nutrition without interruption. Monitoring intake and output, measuring temperature, and changing the feeding bag and tubing are also important aspects of care but not directly related to maintaining the patency of the feeding tube in a client receiving continuous enteral feedings.
Question 5 of 5
A healthcare professional is preparing to administer medications to a client who has an NG tube for continuous feedings. Which of the following actions should the healthcare professional take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering medications through a syringe is the correct action to take when a client has an NG tube for continuous feedings to ensure that each medication is delivered correctly and is not mixed with the enteral feeding. This method helps prevent drug interactions and ensures proper administration of each medication.