ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in hospice care who is dying. The client's partner expresses concern that the client is sleeping more than in the previous week. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting quietly near the bedside offers emotional support and acknowledges the partner's concern, aligning with the comfort-focused goals of hospice care.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a urinary tract infection and a prescription for ciprofloxacin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse reinforce to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding calcium supplements prevents reduced absorption of ciprofloxacin, ensuring its effectiveness against the infection.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 24 hr postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sitting in a straight-backed chair maintains proper hip alignment and prevents excessive flexion or rotation, reducing the risk of prosthesis dislocation post-hip arthroplasty.
Question 4 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: Regular furnace inspections prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and fire hazards, enhancing home safety for older adults.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting admission history data from a client who is in a semi-private room. Which of the following data is the priority for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recent tuberculosis exposure is the priority due to its contagious nature, requiring immediate isolation to protect the client and others.