ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hemiplegia following a stroke. The client's adult son is distressed over his mother's crying and condition. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This response is empathetic, acknowledging the son's distress and fostering communication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has primary dementia. Which of the following manifestations of dementia should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Forgetfulness progressing to disorientation is a hallmark of primary dementia.
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Nurses' Notes
0800: Client is alert and oriented to person, place, and time. Seizure pads placed on the client's bed. Suction equipment is at the client's bedside and functioning. Oxygen equipment is at the client's bedside.
1000: Client is in bed and reports experiencing an aura, followed by generalized jerking contractions of arms and legs. Client incontinent of urine and unresponsive to commands.
1004: Client's jerking contractions of arms and legs continues. Yellow, watery emesis approximately 45 mL on gown; 2 to 5-second-long periods of apnea.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a seizure disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Timing the seizure and administering oxygen are appropriate; restraining or placing a tongue depressor can cause harm.
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Question 4 of 5
A common medication treatment for Parkinson's disease is levodopa/carbidopa combination medication. The nurse knows that this medication is used because which of the following neurotransmitter is decreased in a person with Parkinson's disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parkinson's disease involves a decrease in dopamine, which levodopa helps replenish.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and is confused. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Familiar items reduce confusion and provide comfort for Alzheimer's patients.