ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cardiac Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about how to prevent the onset of manifestations of Raynaud's phenomenon. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping the house cool can trigger Raynaud's attacks, indicating a need for further teaching, as the home should be kept warm to prevent episodes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who has heart failure and is taking digoxin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the client is experiencing digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Yellow vision (xanthopsia) is a classic sign of digoxin toxicity, requiring immediate reporting due to the risk of serious complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who was admitted to the telemetry unit after he experienced chest pain, dyspnea and diaphoresis. Which of the following ECG findings is a manifestation of acute myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An elevated ST segment indicates myocardial injury, a hallmark of acute myocardial infarction, distinguishing it from normal ECG findings.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client who has been newly diagnosed with a heart murmur. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A heart murmur is caused by turbulent blood flow, often through a damaged or abnormal valve, which is the accurate explanation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory data from a client who has pulmonary embolism and is receiving IV heparin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low platelet count (74,000/mm³) may indicate heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, a serious complication of heparin therapy that requires immediate reporting.