ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 3 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who reports dyspnea and fatigue. The chart listed a past medical history of hypertension, tachycardia, and hypercholesteremia. The patient is on two blood pressure medications and a cholesterol medication. The nurse's assessment finding include tachycardia and edema. The patient reports not taking their medications on a regular basis. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dyspnea, fatigue, tachycardia, edema, and medication noncompliance in a client with hypertension and hypercholesteremia strongly suggest heart failure.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notes the patient's lower legs are brown and discolored and their feet are cold and slightly blue in color when in the dependent position. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discoloration and cold, blue feet suggest poor circulation. Checking pulses assesses arterial flow and guides further intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about following a low-cholesterol diet after coronary artery bypass grafting. Which of the following food choices reflects the client's understanding of these dietary instructions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Beans are low in cholesterol and high in fiber, making them ideal for a low-cholesterol diet post-CABG.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has anemia due to excess blood loss during surgery causing a decrease in blood flow/perfusion in the patient. The patient's vital signs are as follows: BP 100/60. HR 122. Resp 24, SPO2 92%. The nurse should expect which of the following findings/symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anemia reduces oxygen-carrying capacity, causing tachycardia, increased respirations, and dyspnea on exertion as compensatory mechanisms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client immediately following a cardiac catheterization with coronary angiography. An arterial closure device was used to close the access site. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bed rest for 2 hours post-catheterization with an arterial closure device minimizes bleeding risk at the access site.