ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for phenazopyridine. The nurse should reinforce to the client to expect which of the following while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenazopyridine causes harmless reddish-orange urine discoloration, a common side effect clients should be aware of.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who asks why blood levels of Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) is drawn at periodic intervals. Which of the following responses describes the correct rationale?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CEA is a tumor marker for colorectal cancer; decreasing levels post-treatment indicate effective therapy. CEA is not used for diverticulitis, pancreatitis, or ulcerative colitis monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a chest tube inserted for a pneumothorax. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taping chest tube connections ensures an airtight system, preventing air leaks and maintaining effective pneumothorax treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with triaging clients after a mass casualty event. Which of the following clients should the nurse attend to first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe respiratory stridor and deviated trachea indicate a life-threatening airway obstruction, requiring immediate intervention to secure the airway and prevent respiratory failure, which takes precedence over other conditions.
Question 5 of 5
The primary health care provider has determined that a client has contracted hepatitis A based on flu-like symptoms and jaundice. Which statement made by the client supports this medical diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hepatitis A is spread via contaminated food, like shellfish, matching the client's history and incubation period. Other options relate to hepatitis B or C.