ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just learned he will need exploratory surgery the next day. As the nurse contributes to the preoperative teaching plan, which of the following actions should she take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reinforcing information at the client's level of understanding ensures effective preoperative teaching and comprehension.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing the process of evidence-based practice with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include when discussing a PICOT question?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In a PICOT question, 'O' stands for Outcome, referring to the expected result of the intervention. 'C' is Comparison, 'I' is Intervention, and 'T' is Time, not as described in the other options.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hyperkalemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperkalemia impairs neuromuscular function, leading to decreased deep tendon reflexes. Cerebral edema, hypoactive bowel sounds, and wheezing are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgical repair of a femur fracture and has a prescription for lorazepam preoperatively. Which of the following statements made by the client should indicate to the nurse that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feeling sleepy indicates lorazepam's effectiveness in reducing preoperative anxiety. Dry mouth, numbness, and decreased appetite are not direct indicators.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Incision site erythema may indicate infection, a serious postoperative complication requiring prompt reporting. Other findings are within normal limits.