ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Incision site erythema may indicate infection, a serious postoperative complication requiring prompt reporting. Other findings are within normal limits.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for albuterol to treat asthma exacerbations. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Albuterol, a beta-agonist, can cause tachycardia as an adverse effect due to its stimulatory effects on the heart. Hypotension, sedation, and hypoglycemia are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client prior to administering pyridostigmine to treat myasthenia gravis. Which of the following information is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Recent oral intake is critical for pyridostigmine to optimize absorption and minimize gastrointestinal side effects. Other issues are less immediate but should be monitored.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has respiratory alkalosis and is hyperventilating. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breathing into a paper bag increases carbon dioxide levels, helping reverse respiratory alkalosis caused by hyperventilation.