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 scheduled for a lumbar puncture. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking extra fluids post-lumbar puncture helps replace cerebrospinal fluid and prevents headaches, a common complication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing oral care every 4 hours reduces bacterial growth in the oral cavity, lowering the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a medication history from a client who is to start taking nitroglycerin for chest discomfort with activity. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the client to avoid taking within 24 hours of using nitroglycerin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sildenafil can cause severe hypotension when taken with nitroglycerin, necessitating avoidance within 24 hours.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a urinary tract infection and a prescription for ciprofloxacin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse reinforce to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding calcium supplements prevents reduced absorption of ciprofloxacin, ensuring its effectiveness against the infection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a BMI of 32 and wants to lose weight. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to promote the client's weight loss?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Consuming 500 fewer calories daily creates a sustainable deficit for weight loss, promoting gradual and healthy progress.