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 atrial fibrillation and is receiving amiodarone. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision may indicate amiodarone toxicity, particularly affecting the eyes, and should be reported. Other findings are normal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just learned he will need exploratory surgery the next day. As the nurse contributes to the preoperative teaching plan, which of the following actions should she take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reinforcing information at the client's level of understanding ensures effective preoperative teaching and comprehension.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgical repair of a femur fracture and has a prescription for lorazepam preoperatively. Which of the following statements made by the client should indicate to the nurse that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feeling sleepy indicates lorazepam's effectiveness in reducing preoperative anxiety. Dry mouth, numbness, and decreased appetite are not direct indicators.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for digoxin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision is a sign of digoxin toxicity and should be monitored. Potassium-rich foods may be beneficial, but monitoring toxicity is critical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has mitral valve stenosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mitral valve stenosis causes a heart murmur due to turbulent blood flow. Clubbing, bradycardia, and barrel chest are not typical findings.