ATI LPN
PN ATI Learning System Medical Surgical Final Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has thrombocytopenia and develops epistaxis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pinching the nose applies pressure to stop bleeding, suitable for thrombocytopenia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to care for a group of clients after receiving change-of-shift report. From which of the following clients should the nurse collect data first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea in emphysema indicates respiratory distress, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's laboratory report. The client's ABG levels are pH 7.5, PaCO2 32 mm Hg, and HCO3 24 mEq/L. The nurse should determine that the client has which of the following acid-base imbalances?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory alkalosis occurs when the blood pH is high, the PaCO2 is low, and the HCO3 is normal or low, typically due to hyperventilation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to care for a group of clients after receiving change-of-shift report. From which of the following clients should the nurse collect data first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea in emphysema indicates respiratory distress, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying preferred foods helps tailor dietary teaching to the client's habits and needs.