ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A PaCO2 of 55 mm Hg indicates respiratory acidosis, suggesting worsening heart failure.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has just returned home following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing cords against the wall reduces tripping hazards, critical post-hip arthroplasty.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring laboratory values for a client who is receiving hemodialysis and has a serum calcium level of 7.2 mg/dL. For which of the following should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lethargy is a symptom of hypocalcemia, associated with a low calcium level of 7.2 mg/dL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripheral IV infusion and notes that the client's arm is edematous, cool, and tender at the catheter insertion site. Which of the following complications of IV therapy should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Infiltration causes edema and coolness due to IV fluid leaking into surrounding tissue.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about meal planning with a client who has hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vinegar is a low-sodium seasoning, suitable for hypertension management.