ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A common medication treatment for Parkinson's disease is levodopa/carbidopa combination medication. The nurse knows that this medication is used because which of the following neurotransmitter is decreased in a person with Parkinson's disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parkinson's disease involves a decrease in dopamine, which levodopa helps replenish.
Question 2 of 5
A client with CKD who is on hemodialysis asks for a snack in the afternoon. The patient's potassium level is elevated. Which of the following foods could be given? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Gelatin dessert, cranberry juice, and clear carbonated beverages are low-potassium options suitable for a client with elevated potassium levels. Nectarines and bananas are high in potassium and should be avoided to prevent hyperkalemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who takes furosemide and has a serum potassium level of 3.1 mEq/L. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to include in his daily diet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bananas are an excellent source of potassium and are recommended for clients with low potassium levels. Furosemide can deplete potassium, and bananas can help replenish this essential mineral.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following client measurements should the nurse compare before and after dialysis treatment to determine fluid losses?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Body weight is the most accurate measurement for determining fluid losses in clients undergoing hemodialysis. Weighing the client before and after dialysis allows healthcare providers to quantify the exact amount of fluid removed during the treatment.
Question 5 of 5
Why would a nurse check a serum creatinine level?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serum creatinine is a waste product formed by the normal breakdown of muscle tissue. It is filtered out of the blood by the kidneys and excreted in urine. Measuring the serum creatinine level provides critical information about kidney function.