ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2023 NS117 Winter 2023 Monroe College NY PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has respiratory acidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lethargy indicates low oxygen and high carbon dioxide levels in the brain, a common sign of respiratory acidosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has metabolic alkalosis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous cardiac monitoring is critical due to the risk of arrhythmias from electrolyte imbalances in metabolic alkalosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is placed on supplemental oxygen for hypoxia. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicate the intervention was effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pink mucous membranes indicate adequate tissue oxygenation, showing the effectiveness of oxygen therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a urine specimen for culture and sensitivity via a straight catheterization. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a sterile specimen container ensures the sample remains uncontaminated for accurate culture results.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has paraplegia and is on an intermittent urinary catheterization program. Which of the following findings indicates to the nurse the need to catheterize the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Suprapubic discomfort indicates bladder distension, signaling the need for catheterization to relieve urinary retention.