ATI LPN
ATI LPN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for an older adult client who has a new prescription for transdermal clonidine. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clonidine commonly causes dry mouth, an expected side effect that should be included in client education.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripheral IV infusion and notes that the client's arm is edematous, cool, and tender at the catheter insertion site. Which of the following complications of IV therapy should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Edema, coolness, and tenderness suggest infiltration, where IV fluid leaks into surrounding tissue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has iron-deficiency anemia. The nurse should instruct the client that which of the following foods has the highest iron content?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ground beef has the highest iron content among the options, as red meats are rich in heme iron, which is well-absorbed.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has viral meningitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dim lighting reduces photophobia, a common symptom of viral meningitis, improving client comfort.
Question 5 of 5
A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client about safety precautions to take in the home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White tape on stair edges improves visibility, reducing fall risk for older adults.