ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching about liquid iron supplements with a client who has anemia. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. Take iron supplements between meals for maximum absorption.B. Reduce gastric distress by taking iron supplements with an antacid.C. Check for orange-colored stools after 4 days of treatment.D. Mix iron supplements with milk to prevent staining of the teeth.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Taking iron between meals maximizes absorption. Antacids and milk reduce absorption, and stools may change color sooner.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse in a health clinic is collecting data from an older adult client. Which of the following information in the client's history increases her risk for osteoporosis?

A. The client walks 3.2 km (2 mi) daily.B. The client is a gardener.C. The client is lactose intolerant.D. The client has a glass of red wine every evening.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Lactose intolerance limits calcium intake, increasing osteoporosis risk. Walking, gardening, and moderate wine consumption support bone health.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for alendronate to treat osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. Take the medication with a full glass of water and remain upright for 30 minutes.B. Take the medication with food to enhance absorption.C. Crush the tablet if swallowing is difficult.D. Take the medication at bedtime to maximize effectiveness.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Alendronate requires a full glass of water and upright posture for 30 minutes to prevent esophageal irritation. Food reduces absorption, crushing is unsafe, and bedtime dosing isn't optimal.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse in an urgent care facility is collecting data from a client who was stung by a wasp. Which of the following findings indicates the client is experiencing anaphylaxis?

A. Bilateral tinnitusB. Difficulty swallowingC. HypertensionD. Petechial rash on the abdomen

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Difficulty swallowing indicates airway involvement in anaphylaxis, a life-threatening condition. Tinnitus, hypertension, and rashes are less specific.

Question 5 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?

A. The TENS unit administers a continuous dose of pain medication.B. I will need to charge the TENS unit for 2 hours each day.C. The TENS unit should be applied at least 6 inches from the actual site of my pain.D. I should adjust the TENS unit until I feel a tingling sensation.

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.

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