ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has respiratory alkalosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperventilation is a hallmark of respiratory alkalosis, causing excessive carbon dioxide loss and increased blood pH.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for spironolactone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone, a potassium-sparing diuretic, can cause hyperkalemia, so potassium levels should be monitored.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has hypertension and a new prescription for verapamil. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verapamil can cause muscle pain as a side effect, and clients should monitor for it. Citrus fruits, salt substitutes, and potassium-rich foods are not specifically related to verapamil use.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for diltiazem. The nurse measures the client's vital signs and notes that the client's apical heart rate is 49/min. The nurse should prepare to administer which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A heart rate of 49/min indicates bradycardia, and atropine is used to increase heart rate, unlike verapamil, digoxin, or carvedilol, which can lower it.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has respiratory acidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lethargy is a common symptom of respiratory acidosis due to increased carbon dioxide levels in the blood, which can cause confusion, drowsiness, and fatigue. Abdominal pain, dry skin, and numbness of fingers are not typically associated with this condition.