ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently had surgery for insertion of a permanent pacemaker. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse question due potential risk/harm to patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: MRI is contraindicated for most pacemakers due to potential interference with function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about reading a client's ECG tracing. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the following ECG components represent the time it takes for ventricular depolarization?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The QRS complex represents ventricular depolarization, the electrical activity causing ventricular contraction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client following surgery who has antiembolism stockings in place. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antiembolism stockings promote venous return, improving circulation and reducing clot risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse caring for a client who has a new prescription for atenolol, a Beta Blocker. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bradycardia is a common adverse effect of beta-blockers like atenolol, as they slow the heart rate.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client who has heart failure. Before administering this medication, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Measuring the apical pulse for one minute is essential; digoxin should be withheld if the heart rate is below 60 bpm.