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 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 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shaking the inhaler three times ensures proper mixing of the medication, optimizing delivery during inhalation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about strategies to prevent hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Consuming no more than 2,000 mg of sodium per day aligns with guidelines to reduce blood pressure, indicating understanding of hypertension prevention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking levothyroxine on an empty stomach ensures optimal absorption, improving its effectiveness in treating hypothyroidism.