ATI LPN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 II

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB). The client asks the nurse why she needs to take four different antituberculosis medications. Which of the following replies should the nurse make?

A. Adverse effects occur more often and are more severe when you take only one antituberculosis medication. B. Taking several antituberculosis medications will protect your liver from toxic effects. C. The organism that causes TB becomes resistant to antituberculosis medications when you only take one medication. D. People who have a severe form of TB need several antituberculosis medications, but those who have less severe TB need just one medication.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Multiple drugs prevent TB resistance, a critical factor due to the organism's ability to mutate.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has influenza. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

A. Place the client in a negative airflow room. B. Wear an N95 mask while providing care to the client. C. Administer an influenza immunization to the client. D. Have the client wear a surgical mask during transport.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A surgical mask during transport reduces droplet spread, aligning with influenza precautions.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is collecting data from a client who had a long arm cast applied 2 hr ago. Which of the following findings of the affected extremity should the nurse report to the provider immediately?

A. The client's capillary refill is 3 seconds. B. The client's fingers are cool to the touch. C. The client reports severe itching under the cast. D. The client reports increased pain at the area of the fracture.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Increased pain may signal compartment syndrome, a medical emergency requiring immediate reporting.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has multiple sclerosis. Which of the following actions is the priority for the nurse to take?

A. Discuss the possible changes in family roles. B. Encourage the client to verbalize their feelings. C. Determine the client's ability to see the buttons on the call light. D. Assist the client and family in locating a community support group.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ensuring the client can access the call light addresses immediate safety and communication needs.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing health promotion education at a community health fair. Which of the following statements by attendees indicates understanding of the teaching?

A. The flu shot I received last year will last me for 2 years. B. I should get a hepatitis B vaccine on a yearly basis. C. I will examine my breasts a week after each menstrual period. D. I do my testicular self-exam every 6 months without fail.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Breast self-exams a week after menstruation align with optimal timing, showing understanding.

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