ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client regarding the application of antiembolic stockings. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reapplying stockings before getting out of bed ensures they prevent DVT during immobility.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has pneumonia. Which of the following findings indicates the client is developing respiratory acidosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A PaCO2 of 55 mm Hg indicates respiratory acidosis due to carbon dioxide retention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring laboratory values for a client who is receiving hemodialysis and has a serum calcium level of 7.2 mg/dL. For which of the following should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lethargy is a symptom of hypocalcemia, associated with a low calcium level of 7.2 mg/dL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an assistive personnel (AP) about a client who has pertussis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An N95 mask provides a higher level of respiratory protection compared to a simple face mask, filtering out at least 95% of airborne particles, including large respiratory droplets that can carry the pertussis bacteria.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with care for a client who received a tuberculin skin test 72 hours ago. When collecting data from the test site, which of the following findings indicates a need for further testing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A palpable area of induration greater than 10 mm is considered a positive result in certain populations, requiring further evaluation.