ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client and using active listening skills. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intermittent eye contact shows engagement without intimidation, supporting active listening. Leaning back, note-taking, or sitting side-by-side may detract from effective communication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin 0.25 mg PO to a client. The amount available is digoxin 0.125 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer to the client? (Round to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
To administer 0.25 mg of digoxin using 0.125 mg tablets, divide 0.25 by 0.125, which equals 2 tablets.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client prior to administering a calcium channel blocker (CCB) for treatment of hypertension. For which of the following findings should the nurse contact the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peripheral edema is a side effect of CCBs and may worsen if already present, requiring provider consultation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for isosorbide mononitrate to treat chronic angina. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Headache is a common adverse effect of isosorbide mononitrate due to vasodilation. Weight gain, bradycardia, and hyperglycemia are not typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse has completed the planning step of the nursing process for a client who has an acid-base imbalance. Which of the following steps should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: After planning, the nurse implements the planned interventions to address the client's acid-base imbalance.