ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client about her current pain status. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to determine the quality of the client's pain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking 'What does your pain feel like?' determines the quality of pain, providing insight into its nature, such as sharp or burning.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has hypertension and a new prescription for propranolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for taking propranolol?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Propranolol can exacerbate asthma by causing bronchospasm, making it contraindicated for clients with this condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values for a client who is receiving long-term NSAID therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An elevated BUN (40 mg/dL) suggests renal impairment, a potential NSAID side effect, requiring reporting to prevent further kidney damage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new ileostomy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Expecting a pale and dry stoma indicates a misunderstanding, as a healthy stoma should be pink and moist, signaling further teaching is needed.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has botulism poisoning. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for muscle paralysis is critical, as botulism toxin causes flaccid paralysis, affecting respiratory and motor functions.