ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who had a bronchoscopy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Facial edema may indicate an allergic reaction or complication post-bronchoscopy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs hourly detects early signs of transfusion reactions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has pneumonia. Which of the following findings indicates the client is developing respiratory acidosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated PaCO2 above 45 mmHg indicates respiratory acidosis due to impaired CO2 elimination.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client regarding application of antiembolic stockings. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reapplying stockings before getting out of bed reduces edema and improves venous return.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus about reducing the risk for a stroke. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Losing excess weight reduces stroke risk by lowering blood pressure, improving glycemic control, and decreasing inflammation.