ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for lisinopril. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lisinopril, an ACE inhibitor, can cause hyperkalemia and renal impairment, so monitoring potassium and creatinine is essential.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is creating an incident report due to an accidental omission of a client's dressing change during the previous shift. Which of the following statements should the nurse document on the incident report form?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clearly stating the omission of the dressing change provides essential details for investigation and prevention, avoiding irrelevant information.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following an appendectomy. Which of the following findings indicates a potential complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absence of bowel sounds post-appendectomy may indicate paralytic ileus, a potential complication requiring further evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is performing a physical assessment of a newborn whose mother used cocaine throughout the pregnancy. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cocaine exposure causes newborn irritability due to withdrawal effects, unlike hypotonicity or other findings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed nitroglycerin for angina. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking nitroglycerin every 5 minutes for up to three doses is the standard protocol for relieving angina symptoms.