ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Concept 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is starting therapy with sucralfate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sucralfate should be taken on an empty stomach, typically 1 hour before meals. This timing allows the medication to coat the ulcer site effectively and protect it from the acidic environment of the stomach.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about dietary recommendations for a client who has a hiatal hernia. Which of the following client statements indicate understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: B. Maintaining a healthy weight is important for managing a hiatal hernia. C. Elevating the head of the bed helps prevent the reflux of stomach contents. D. Caffeine and spicy foods can irritate the stomach lining and exacerbate symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about use of a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a client who has a new diagnosis of asthma. Identify the sequence the client should follow.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: A. Shake the canister to ensure proper mixing. B. Create a tight seal around the mouthpiece. C. Inhale slowly while pressing the canister. D. Hold breath for 10 seconds for better absorption. E. Exhale slowly through pursed lips.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is admitted to the hospital with hyperosmolar hyperglycemia. The patient has a BG value of 987 mg/dL. Which is the priority focus while providing care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The priority focus in the acute management of hyperosmolar hyperglycemia is improving hydration status. Patients with HHS are severely dehydrated due to the osmotic diuresis caused by extremely high blood glucose levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client following an episode of status asthmaticus. The client has a prescription for two inhalations from an albuterol metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Holding the breath for at least 10 seconds after inhaling the medication allows the medication to settle in the lungs and increases its effectiveness. This ensures maximum delivery of the drug to the respiratory tract.