ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a female client who has risk factors for stroke. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Managing cholesterol reduces the risk of stroke by preventing plaque buildup in arteries.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has heart failure prior to the administration of furosemide. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A blood pressure of 80/40 mm/Hg indicates hypotension, which is a contraindication for administering furosemide, as it can further lower blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has multiple sclerosis. The client reports there are times when the symptoms are active and times when there are no symptoms. Which of the following types of multiple sclerosis does this pattern indicate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis is defined by episodes of exacerbation (active symptoms) followed by periods of remission (no symptoms), which aligns with the client's description.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has a heart rate of 56/min. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A heart rate of 56/min indicates bradycardia, which can reduce cardiac output and lead to dizziness due to decreased cerebral perfusion.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse administered nitroglycerin sublingually to a client who has angina pectoris and experienced chest pain. The client states that his chest pain is relieved but now he has a headache. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nitroglycerin commonly causes headaches due to vasodilation, which usually lessens over time as thekkal.