ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring laboratory values for a client who is receiving hemodialysis and has a serum calcium level of 7.2 mg/dL. For which of the following should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low calcium (hypocalcemia) can cause a positive Chvostek's sign, indicating nerve irritability.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about breast self-examinations. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Slight asymmetry in breast size is normal and not a concern unless sudden changes occur.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a client who has sustained deep partial-thickness burns to the back of both legs. Which of the following actions should the nurse anticipate taking?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Changing gloves prevents cross-contamination of burn wounds.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client. Which of the following findings indicates that the client might be dehydrated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Confusion is a sign of dehydration, impacting brain function in older adults.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is taking oxybutynin. The nurse should tell the client that the medication will have which of the following effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxybutynin reduces bladder spasms, treating overactive bladder symptoms.