ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of Crohn's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss are common in Crohn's disease due to chronic intestinal inflammation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and reports severe ankle pain after falling off a stepstool at home. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a cold pack for 30 minutes hourly may impair circulation in a diabetic client, increasing tissue damage risk, so this prescription needs clarification.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding bending at the waist prevents strain on the surgical site, promoting healing post-laminectomy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, is most effective when taken 30 minutes before meals to reduce acid production.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam, a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms like seizures and agitation, ensuring client safety.