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 been receiving epoetin alfa in preparation for a hip arthroplasty. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A hemoglobin of 11 g/dL indicates epoetin alfa's effectiveness in stimulating red blood cell production for anemia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for warfarin and a new order to start ceftriaxone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin's anticoagulant effect, monitored via prothrombin time, can be potentiated by ceftriaxone, increasing bleeding risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values for a client who is receiving long-term NSAID therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An elevated BUN (40 mg/dL) suggests renal impairment, a potential NSAID side effect, requiring reporting to the provider.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following should the nurse tell the client to expect during injection of the contrast medium?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A feeling of heat is a common sensation during contrast medium injection in cardiac catheterization due to vasodilation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care unit is assisting in the care of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reminiscence therapy stimulates long-term memory, enhancing mood and cognitive function in Alzheimer's clients.