ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is recovering from gastroenteritis and is beginning oral intake. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lime ice popsicles are clear liquids that hydrate and soothe the stomach, suitable for initial oral intake post-gastroenteritis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about liquid iron supplements with a client who has anemia. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking iron supplements between meals maximizes absorption, as food can interfere with iron uptake.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has heart failure. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing frequent rest periods reduces oxygen demand and cardiac workload, helping manage fatigue and dyspnea in heart failure, making it an appropriate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory values for a client who is receiving long-term NSAID therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An elevated BUN (40 mg/dL) suggests renal impairment, a potential NSAID side effect, requiring reporting to the provider.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about strategies to prevent hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Consuming no more than 2,000 mg of sodium per day aligns with guidelines to reduce blood pressure, indicating understanding of hypertension prevention.