ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is at the end of life. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irregular respirations, such as Cheyne-Stokes respirations, are common at the end of life due to the body's declining ability to regulate breathing. Moist mucous membranes, tachycardia, and hypertension are not typical as the body shuts down.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class on ethical principles. The nurse should include that protecting a client's safety by not causing harm refers to which of the following ethical principles?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Non-maleficence is the ethical principle of avoiding harm, prioritizing client safety.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with preoperative teaching for a client. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preoperative teaching reduces postoperative anxiety by preparing the client for what to expect, improving recovery outcomes. It does not increase pain, reduce respiratory function, or extend hospital stays.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol can cause orthostatic hypotension, so avoiding sudden position changes prevents dizziness or falls. Other instructions are incorrect.
Question 5 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.