ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 3 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypertension and is to start taking atenolol (a betablocker) which also reduces the workload of the heart. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following findings as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atenolol can cause bradycardia by slowing the heart rate, a key adverse effect to monitor.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data about a client's circulatory system. Which of the following pulse sites should the nurse avoid checking bilaterally at the same time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking carotid pulses bilaterally simultaneously can reduce cerebral blood flow, risking syncope. One side should be palpated at a time.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing instructions with a client who is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization with angiography. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the instructions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bed rest for 4-6 hours post-catheterization prevents bleeding at the insertion site, making this a correct instruction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with care of a client who has a prescription for 3.000 mL of intravenous fluids over the next 24 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round to the nearest whole number)
Correct Answer: 125 mL/hr
Rationale:
Total volume (3000 mL) divided by time (24 hours) equals 125 mL/hr, ensuring accurate fluid administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client 2 hr postoperative following a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking distal pulses ensures adequate circulation and detects complications like arterial occlusion post-catheterization.