ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the effects of spirituality for clients who are near the end of life. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spirituality often enhances the quality of life near the end of life by providing peace, comfort, and meaning, rather than increasing hopelessness, depression, or the desire to hasten death.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at the end of life and is unresponsive. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Talking to an unresponsive client provides comfort and reassurance, as hearing may persist. Limiting visitors, avoiding touch, or whispering is not recommended.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class on ethical principles. The nurse should include that protecting a client's safety by not causing harm refers to which of the following ethical principles?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Non-maleficence is the ethical principle of avoiding harm, prioritizing client safety.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the effects of spirituality for clients who are near the end of life. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spirituality often enhances the quality of life near the end of life by providing peace, comfort, and meaning, rather than increasing hopelessness, depression, or the desire to hasten death.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a mitral valve replacement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Incision site erythema may indicate infection, a serious complication post-valve replacement, and should be reported.