ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client following surgery who has antiembolism stockings in place. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antiembolism stockings promote venous return, improving circulation and reducing clot risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching for a client who will be taking warfarin (Coumadin) at home. Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands the risks while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using an electric razor reduces bleeding risk, a key concern for clients on warfarin.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client who has heart failure. Before administering this medication, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Measuring the apical pulse for one minute is essential; digoxin should be withheld if the heart rate is below 60 bpm.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is reviewing teaching about food choices with a client who has recently begun taking warfarin. The nurse should instruct the client to limit consumption of which of the following foods?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kale is high in vitamin K, which can counteract the effects of warfarin, reducing its effectiveness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is performing an electrocardiogram on a client who has been experiencing chest pain over the past week or so. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to the patient prior to the test?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse needs to apply electrodes to the chest and extremities to obtain the ECG reading, and this is a correct statement to prepare the client.