ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and reports severe ankle pain after falling off a stepstool at home. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a cold pack for 30 minutes hourly may impair circulation in a diabetic client, increasing tissue damage risk, so this prescription needs clarification.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an acute care facility is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. During the first week of care, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Observing for 1 hour post-meals prevents purging, critical for managing anorexia nervosa.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel, an antiplatelet, increases bleeding risk, so reporting signs of bleeding is critical for safety.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for clonidine. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following findings is an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clonidine, an alpha-2 agonist, commonly causes dry mouth as an adverse effect, which the client should be informed about.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morning stiffness, joint swelling, and fatigue are hallmark symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis due to autoimmune inflammation.