ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of heart failure and is receiving carvedilol. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A heart rate of 50/min indicates bradycardia, a potential adverse effect of carvedilol, and should be reported.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has venous insufficiency. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pitting edema is a classic finding in venous insufficiency due to fluid accumulation from impaired venous return.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has chronic bronchitis and reports dyspnea with minimal exertion. Which of the following acid- base imbalances should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic bronchitis causes carbon dioxide retention, leading to respiratory acidosis, especially with symptoms like dyspnea.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client and using active listening skills. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intermittent eye contact shows engagement without intimidation, supporting active listening. Leaning back, note-taking, or sitting side-by-side may detract from effective communication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and is receiving warfarin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An INR of 5.2 indicates excessive anticoagulation, increasing bleeding risk, and should be reported. Other findings are within normal limits.