ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the preparation of an in-service about evidence-based practice (EBP). Which of the following questions should the nurse include when discussing critical appraisal of collected evidence? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,F
Rationale: Critical appraisal involves assessing applicability (
A), methods (
B), analysis (
C), reliability (
D), and purpose (F). Costs (E) are not typically a focus of evidence appraisal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of hypertension and is receiving diltiazem. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A heart rate of 50/min indicates bradycardia, a potential adverse effect of diltiazem, and should be reported.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of atrial fibrillation and is receiving amiodarone. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision may indicate amiodarone toxicity, particularly affecting the eyes, and should be reported. Other findings are normal.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for metoprolol. 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: B
Rationale: A heart rate of 49/min indicates bradycardia. Atropine is used to increase heart rate by blocking vagal activity. Diltiazem, digoxin, and carvedilol can further lower heart rate and are inappropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, so serum potassium levels should be monitored to prevent complications like dysrhythmias.