ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total knee replacement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swelling at the surgical site may indicate infection or hematoma, requiring prompt reporting. Other findings are within normal limits.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for digoxin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision is a sign of digoxin toxicity and should be monitored. Potassium-rich foods may be beneficial, but monitoring toxicity is critical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of heparin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An aPTT of 90 seconds indicates excessive anticoagulation with heparin, increasing bleeding risk, and should be reported. Other findings are normal.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for propranolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, can lower heart rate, so it should be monitored to prevent bradycardia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for enalapril. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Enalapril can cause a persistent cough (
B) and orthostatic hypotension, so avoiding sudden position changes (
C) is advised. Vitamin K and grapefruit juice are not relevant.