ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently had a stroke. The client requires assistance with strengthening the affected side. Which of the following referrals should the nurse anticipate the provider to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A physical therapist specializes in developing and implementing exercise programs to strengthen muscles and improve mobility, making this the most appropriate referral for the client's needs.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has peripheral vascular disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Incorporating walking into the daily routine helps improve circulation and manage peripheral vascular disease by promoting blood flow in the legs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has peripheral venous disease about management of symptoms. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily leg inspections for changes in color, size, and temperature are essential for managing peripheral venous disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about coup and contrecoup injuries. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement accurately describes coup (at the site of impact) and contrecoup (opposite side) injuries.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has a subarachnoid hemorrhage and increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider prescribing to decrease ICP?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic that helps decrease ICP by drawing fluid from brain tissue into the bloodstream, thus relieving pressure within the skull.