ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Lv 3 Electrolytes Imbalance Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a calcium level of 8 mg/dL (9.0-10.5 mg/dL). Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tetany, involving muscle cramps and spasms, is a common manifestation of hypocalcemia due to increased neuromuscular excitability at low calcium levels.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following solutions can be administered with a blood component?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) is isotonic and safe to administer with blood products, as it does not cause hemolysis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to monitor a client for dehydration following several episodes of vomiting and an increase in the client's temperature. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is dehydrated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High urine specific gravity (1.034) indicates concentrated urine, a sign of dehydration as the kidneys conserve water.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following complications can occur if a clotted cannula is flushed too aggressively?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aggressively flushing a clotted cannula can dislodge a clot into the bloodstream, potentially causing serious complications like embolism.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is phoning a provider to report a client's serum potassium of 6.2 mEq/L (3.5-5 mEq/L). Which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) is used to treat hyperkalemia by lowering potassium levels through ion exchange in the intestines.