ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intermittent claudication, pain during activity due to poor blood flow, is a hallmark of PAD. Pitting edema and brown discoloration are more typical of venous issues, and pulses are usually diminished in PAD.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for propranolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, can lower heart rate, so it should be monitored to prevent bradycardia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel, an antiplatelet, increases bleeding risk, so clients should monitor for bruising. Vitamin K, calcium, and grapefruit juice are not specifically related to clopidogrel.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is receiving furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, can cause hypotension due to fluid loss. It typically causes hypokalemia, not hyperkalemia, and is not associated with hyperglycemia or weight gain.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is administering an IV antihypertensive to a client who has a BP of 185/130 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring the client's blood pressure every 5 minutes is critical when administering an IV antihypertensive to assess the medication's effectiveness and ensure safety, given the client's high BP. Other actions are important but not the immediate priority.