ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary instructions with a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reducing intake of foods high in potassium is essential for clients with CKD. Impaired kidney function can lead to hyperkalemia, which can cause serious cardiac complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who takes furosemide and has a serum potassium level of 3.1 mEq/L. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to include in his daily diet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bananas are an excellent source of potassium and are recommended for clients with low potassium levels. Furosemide can deplete potassium, and bananas can help replenish this essential mineral.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has primary dementia. Which of the following manifestations of dementia should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Forgetfulness progressing to disorientation is a hallmark of primary dementia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. What is the nursing priority in caring for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Preventing airway occlusion or aspiration is the priority during a tonic-clonic seizure.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a patient with a migraine headache. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A dark, quiet environment helps alleviate migraine symptoms aggravated by light and noise.