ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN II 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: B
Rationale: Recent tuberculosis exposure is a priority due to its contagious nature, requiring immediate isolation and testing to protect the client and others.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a medication history from a client who is to start taking nitroglycerin for chest discomfort with activity. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the client to avoid taking within 24 hours of using nitroglycerin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sildenafil can cause severe hypotension when taken with nitroglycerin, requiring avoidance within 24 hours to prevent life-threatening complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has partial-thickness burns on 50% of his body and is receiving total parenteral nutrition. The nurse should actively monitor the client for which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Total parenteral nutrition can cause hyperglycemia due to high glucose content, requiring regular monitoring of serum glucose levels to manage potential complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who will undergo a colonoscopy the following week. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Not eating or drinking anything except water for 12 hours before the procedure ensures a clear colon, improving visualization during the colonoscopy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a prescription for furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Furosemide, a diuretic, can cause hypotension due to fluid loss, an adverse effect requiring monitoring and reporting.