ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy about the risk for sudden cardiac death. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding competitive recreational sports minimizes the risk of sudden cardiac events due to physical exertion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who is receiving digoxin to treat heart failure. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for nausea, vomiting, and yellow vision is essential, as these may indicate digoxin toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has peripheral venous disease about management of symptoms. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily leg inspections for changes in color, size, and temperature are essential for managing peripheral venous disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a group of nursing students about the pathophysiology of the spinal cord. Which of the following statements by a nursing student indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement accurately reflects the function of the descending tracts, which carry motor signals from the CNS to the muscles.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has heart failure prior to the administration of furosemide. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A blood pressure of 80/40 mm/Hg indicates hypotension, which is a contraindication for administering furosemide, as it can further lower blood pressure.