ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions with a client who is taking oral iron supplementation for anemia. Which of the following statements by the client demonstrates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased fiber prevents constipation, a side effect of iron supplementation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who reports his urine is red-orange. The nurse should identify that which of the following medications can cause this adverse effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rifampin is known to cause red-orange discoloration of urine and other body fluids.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days postoperative following an ileostomy placement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stoma retraction suggests complications like ischemia or obstruction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has pneumonia. Which of the following findings indicates the client is developing respiratory acidosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated PaCO2 above 45 mmHg indicates respiratory acidosis due to impaired CO2 elimination.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about saturated fats with a client who is at risk for cardiovascular disease. Which of the following cooking fats should the nurse recommend the client use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Canola oil, low in saturated fat, supports cardiovascular health.