ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has atrial fibrillation and is receiving heparin. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Slurred speech may indicate a stroke, a serious complication of atrial fibrillation, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a patient with a migraine headache. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A dark, quiet environment helps alleviate migraine symptoms aggravated by light and noise.
Question 3 of 5
A post myocardial infarction patient experiences atrial fibrillation is most at risk for which type of stroke?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of embolic stroke due to clot formation in the left atrium that can travel to the brain.
Question 4 of 5
Which signs may be positive in the patient with meningitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs indicate meningeal irritation, characteristic of meningitis.
Question 5 of 5
An elderly client presents to the emergency room with a family member. The family member reports that the elderly client has been vomiting and not eating or drinking for 2 days. This morning the elderly client became confused, which is new. The nurse knows the elderly client probably has which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Delirium is an acute, temporary confusion often caused by dehydration or illness, fitting the client's symptoms.