ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about breast self-examinations. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asymmetrical breast size is normal. Monthly exams, dimpling as abnormal, and post-menstrual timing are correct practices.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism causes heat intolerance due to increased metabolism. Weight loss, tachycardia, and diarrhea are typical, not gain, bradycardia, or constipation.
Question 3 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?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Difficulty swallowing indicates airway involvement in anaphylaxis, a life-threatening condition. Tinnitus, hypertension, and rashes are less specific.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a BMI of 32 and wants to lose weight. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to promote the client's weight loss?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing 500 calories daily promotes safe weight loss. High fat, refined grains, and food rewards hinder progress.