ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy about the risk for sudden cardiac death. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding competitive recreational sports reduces the risk of arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has Bell's palsy. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Pain behind the ear, muscle distortion due to facial paralysis, and impaired taste are common symptoms of Bell's palsy due to facial nerve involvement.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department who has a preliminary diagnosis of a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Which of the following diagnostic testing should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CTA is used to visualize blood vessels and identify blockages or abnormalities contributing to a TIA.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is collecting data from a patient who has heart failure and notes the patient has had a weight gain of 1.8 kg (4 lb), as well as generalized edema, since the last visit 3 days ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the RN case manager of the change in status is essential because a weight gain of this magnitude, along with generalized edema, may indicate worsening heart failure, requiring timely assessment and possible treatment adjustment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has peripheral vascular disease (PVD). The nurse should recognize that which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wearing stockings with elastic tops can restrict blood flow, which is not advisable for PVD, indicating a need for further teaching.