ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone hemodialysis. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A headache could indicate disequilibrium syndrome or hypertension, complications of hemodialysis requiring provider attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is transporting a client who has pneumonia and is on droplet precautions to radiology. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse take while transporting the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mask on the client prevents droplet spread of pneumonia during transport.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking enoxaparin. The client reports starting the use of dietary supplements. The nurse should report the use of which of the following supplements to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ginkgo biloba increases bleeding risk, which is significant with enoxaparin, an anticoagulant.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with a client who is postoperative and adheres to a vegetarian diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to the client as containing the highest amount of protein?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Black beans are a high-protein vegetarian food, essential for postoperative healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking enoxaparin. The client reports starting the use of dietary supplements. The nurse should report the use of which of the following supplements to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ginkgo biloba potentiates bleeding risk with enoxaparin, necessitating provider notification.