ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cohort 6 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has the following arterial blood values: pH 7.12, PaO2 56 mm Hg, PaCO2 65 mm Hg, and HCO3 - 22 mEq/L (22 mmol/L). Which clinical situation does the nurse correlate with these values?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low pH and high PaCO2 indicate respiratory acidosis, consistent with CO2 retention from bronchial obstruction.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse assesses a patient who is prescribed a medication that inhibits aldosterone secretion and release. For which potential complications will the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Inhibiting aldosterone can cause hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, or reduced urine output due to altered electrolyte and fluid balance.
Extract:
Admission Notes:
36 y/o female with bilateral leg burns.
NKFDA.
Health history of asthma and seasonal allergies.
Wound Assessment:
Bilateral leg burns present with a white and leather Like appearance.
No blisters or bleeding present.
Patient rates pain 2/10 on a scale of 0 to 1 0
Question 3 of 5
A nurse reviews the following data in the chart of a patient with burn injuries: Based on the data provided, how would the nurse categorize this patients injuries?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: White, leather-like burns without blisters indicate full-thickness damage, extending through the entire skin.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in identifying clients on the medical surgical floor with skin problems. Which of the following are most likely to become chronic wounds?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diabetic foot ulcers often become chronic due to neuropathy, poor circulation, and impaired healing in diabetes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse teaches a patient who is at risk for mild hypernatremia. Which statement does the nurse include in this patient's teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Managing sodium intake is crucial for preventing hypernatremia. Reading food labels helps identify high-sodium foods, enabling the patient to make informed dietary choices to maintain safe sodium levels.