ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a spinal fusion. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using a firm mattress supports the spine post-fusion, promoting proper alignment and healing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is monitoring the laboratory results of a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following results indicates that the client demonstrates acceptable glycemic control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: HbA1c of 6.8% reflects good glycemic control, indicating stable blood glucose over months.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the results of laboratory screenings for a 9-month-old infant. Which of the following results should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A lead level of 18 mcg/dL is elevated (>5 mcg/dL per CD
C), requiring reporting due to risks of developmental delays.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin glargine is typically administered at bedtime to provide consistent basal insulin coverage throughout the day.