ATI LPN
ATI LPN UT1 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a positive Trousseau's sign and bone pain. Which of the following electrolyte imbalances should the nurse suspect to find with this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypocalcemia is associated with a positive Trousseau's sign and bone pain due to calcium's role in neuromuscular function and bone health.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is having an acute asthma exacerbation. When auscultating the client's chest, the nurse should expect to hear which of the following sounds?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wheezing, particularly on expiration, is a characteristic finding during an acute asthma exacerbation due to airway narrowing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a client who has tension pneumothorax. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect following tracheal deviation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tension pneumothorax causes increased intrathoracic pressure, leading to decreased venous return and reduced cardiac output.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a graduating nurse about fluid volume deficit. Which of the following concepts about water balance should the nurse explain to the graduating nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In fluid volume deficit, the intravascular space loses water, leading to decreased blood volume and symptoms like hypotension.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge education to a client who has hypokalemia. Which of the following suggestions should be included in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia can cause muscle weakness, which should be reported promptly to prevent complications like respiratory failure or arrhythmias.