ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit for a client who has a herniated intervertebral disk. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adjusting the TENS unit to produce a tingling sensation indicates proper use for pain relief. It doesn't deliver medication, require charging, or need placement far from the pain site.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the results of a client's fecal occult blood screening test. Which of the following findings from the client's history should the nurse identify as potentially causing a false-positive result?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ibuprofen can cause GI bleeding, leading to a false-positive fecal occult blood test. Breast cancer, citrus juice, and past hemorrhoidectomy don't affect results.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for an older adult client who has a new prescription for transdermal clonidine. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clonidine causes dry mouth, requiring oral hygiene advice. Weight loss, diarrhea, and hypopigmentation are not common effects.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on the oncology unit is evaluating a client's response after receiving a dose of aprepitant. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aprepitant prevents chemotherapy-induced nausea. It doesn't affect dysrhythmias, pain, or dizziness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus about reducing the risk for a stroke. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight loss reduces stroke risk in diabetes. Glucocorticoids, low HbA1c, and normal cholesterol don't increase risk.