ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client about safety precautions to take in the home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Regular furnace inspections prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and fire hazards, enhancing home safety for older adults.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who had an abdominal hysterectomy 2 days ago. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking a shower prevents infection at the incision site, promoting healing post-hysterectomy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus and a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Storing insulin glargine in the refrigerator maintains its stability, indicating proper understanding of storage instructions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the pad prevents skin irritation or burns during peritoneal dialysis, ensuring safe application.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting admission history data from a client who is in a semi-private room. Which of the following data is the priority for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recent tuberculosis exposure is the priority due to its contagious nature, requiring immediate isolation to protect the client and others.