ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm 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 at a cool temperature can trigger Raynaud's symptoms; a warm environment is recommended, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of dopamine. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A blood pressure of 180/100 mm Hg indicates hypertension, a potential adverse effect of dopamine, and should be reported.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing preoperative teaching to a client who is undergoing total hip replacement surgery. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using special antiseptic soap before surgery reduces infection risk, a key preoperative instruction.
Question 4 of 5
A newly hired nurse asks a charge nurse what safety measures are in place to prevent diversion of controlled substances on the unit. Which of the following statements should the charge nurse make? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Using automated dispensing devices (
B), periodic reviews (
C), and counting substances (
D) prevent diversion. Pocketing refused medication is unsafe, but witnessing disposal is correct.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for albuterol to treat asthma exacerbations. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Albuterol, a beta-agonist, can cause tachycardia as an adverse effect due to its stimulatory effects on the heart. Hypotension, sedation, and hypoglycemia are not typical.