ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with a preoperative teaching plan for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Educational materials at an eighth-grade reading level ensure accessibility, and privacy fosters open communication. Starting with less important information or dimming lights is not recommended.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol can cause orthostatic hypotension, so avoiding sudden position changes prevents dizziness or falls. Other instructions are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of heart failure and is receiving furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L indicates hypokalemia, a serious adverse effect of furosemide, and should be reported.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a young adult female client who has been prescribed lisinopril. Which of the following instructions should the nurse plan to include? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Lisinopril requires regular blood pressure monitoring (
C), immediate notification of pregnancy due to fetal risks (
D), and reporting a persistent dry cough, a common side effect (E). Cholesterol monitoring (
A) is unnecessary, and excessive potassium (
B) can cause hyperkalemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to use research and scientific data to improve client care. Which of the following processes is the nurse planning to use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice uses research and scientific data to guide clinical decisions and improve care.