ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing oral care every 4 hours reduces bacterial growth in the oral cavity, lowering the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for spironolactone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, so monitoring serum potassium prevents hyperkalemia, a potential adverse effect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for warfarin and a new order to start ceftriaxone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin's anticoagulant effect, monitored via prothrombin time, can be potentiated by ceftriaxone, increasing bleeding risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a urinary tract infection and a prescription for ciprofloxacin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse reinforce to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding calcium supplements prevents reduced absorption of ciprofloxacin, ensuring its effectiveness against the infection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the pad prevents skin irritation or burns during peritoneal dialysis, ensuring safe application.