ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing care for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client reporting pain in the left calf with an elevated respiratory rate could be experiencing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) leading to a pulmonary embolism, which is a medical emergency.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following laboratory findings indicates the client has maintained control of his blood glucose levels for the past 3 months?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An HbA1c of 6.5% indicates good blood glucose control over the past 3 months.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a peripheral IV infusion and notes that the client's arm is edematous, cool, and tender at the catheter insertion site. Which of the following complications of IV therapy should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Infiltration causes edema and coolness due to IV fluid leaking into surrounding tissue.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following the placement of a colostomy. Which of the following findings indicates the colostomy is functioning properly?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pinkish red stoma indicates healthy blood supply and is a sign that the colostomy is functioning properly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for alendronate for the treatment of osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting upright for 30 to 60 minutes after taking alendronate prevents esophageal irritation and promotes absorption.