ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Lv 3 Electrolytes Imbalance Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has dehydration. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cool skin is a typical finding in dehydration due to reduced peripheral circulation and vasoconstriction as the body maintains core temperature and blood pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has acute gastroenteritis. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L is critically low and can cause life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client about dietary sources of potassium. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cantaloupe is a potassium-rich food, indicating the client understands the dietary teaching.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who takes furosemide daily for heart failure. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatigue is a hallmark symptom of hypokalemia due to impaired cellular and muscle function.