ATI LPN
ATI LPN NS 117 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Client who has circulatory overload
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has circulatory overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tachycardia (
C) occurs as the heart compensates for increased volume in circulatory overload. A, B, and D contrast with expected findings like hypertension and weight gain.
Extract:
Client has nausea and is vomiting
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has nausea and is vomiting. The nurse should identify the client is at risk for which of the following acid-base imbalances?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vomiting causes loss of gastric acid, leading to metabolic alkalosis (
C). A and D involve respiratory issues, and B results from acid gain or bicarbonate loss.
Extract:
Client who is at risk for hypokalemia
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at risk for hypokalemia. The nurse should instruct the client that which of the following foods is the best source of potassium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A baked potato (
B) has ~900 mg potassium, more than banana (~450 mg), avocado (~485 mg), or spinach (~420 mg), making it the best source.
Extract:
Client who has had diarrhea for several days
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has had diarrhea for several days. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diarrhea causes fluid loss, leading to dehydration (
A). B suggests peritonitis, C is less likely than fever, and D contrasts with hyperactive sounds in diarrhea.
Extract:
Client who has circulatory overload
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has circulatory overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tachycardia (
C) occurs as the heart compensates for increased volume in circulatory overload. A, B, and D contrast with expected findings like hypertension and weight gain.