ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a distal radius fracture with a short arm cast applied. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent neurovascular checks detect complications like compartment syndrome, ensuring timely intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for furosemide. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ringing in ears (tinnitus) is an adverse effect of furosemide, indicating potential ototoxicity, which requires immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heat intolerance is expected in hyperthyroidism due to increased metabolic rate, causing excessive heat production.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who reports difficulty eating due to chronic arthritis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Foam handles improve grip on utensils, enhancing self-feeding ability for clients with arthritis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous bladder irrigation following a transurethral resection of the prostate. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cloudy urine with small clots may indicate infection or excessive bleeding, requiring prompt reporting to the provider.