ATI LPN
ATI LPN adult medical surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Medical History
Vital Signs
Nurses’ notes
Provider’s prescription
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia
Peptic ulcer disease
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client. The nurse has reviewed the information above. Based on the findings, complete the following sentence by using the list of options. The nurse should clarify the prescription for due to the client's.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ibuprofen can exacerbate peptic ulcer disease by irritating the stomach lining, so the nurse should clarify this prescription due to the client's condition.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer warfarin to a client who has chronic atrial fibrillation. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor prior to administering the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: INR (International Normalized Ratio) is monitored for warfarin therapy to assess clotting time and ensure therapeutic anticoagulation levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client following a tonsillectomy who is alert and has an SpO2 of 93% on room air. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the client in a semi-Fowler's position promotes airway clearance and comfort post-tonsillectomy, especially with an SpO2 of 93%.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking enoxaparin. The client reports starting the use of dietary supplements. The nurse should report the use of which of the following supplements to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ginkgo biloba can increase the risk of bleeding when taken with enoxaparin, an anticoagulant, and should be reported to the provider.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who reports excessive thirst, fever, and periods of confusion. The nurse suspects the client is experiencing heat exhaustion. Which of the following electrolyte imbalances should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heat exhaustion can lead to excessive sweating and dehydration, causing hypernatremia (elevated sodium levels) due to water loss.