ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting admission history data from a client who is in a semi-private room. Which of the following data is the priority for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TB exposure risks transmission to others, making it the priority. Anxiety, migraines, and nocturia are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who had an abdominal hysterectomy 2 days ago. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Showering reduces infection risk post-hysterectomy. Stair climbing is encouraged, douching increases infection risk, and bright red bleeding requires follow-up.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has chronic kidney disease about dietary modifications. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Limiting potassium prevents hyperkalemia in kidney disease. Protein is restricted, dairy increases phosphorus, and grains don't address key restrictions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote comfort?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the arm on a pillow reduces edema and promotes comfort. Sleeping on the affected side, warm compresses, and lowering the arm worsen swelling.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a deep vein thrombosis and is receiving heparin therapy. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin prolongs aPTT, which monitors therapeutic effect. Platelets assess bleeding risk, PT and INR are for warfarin.