ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus about reducing the risk for a stroke. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight loss reduces stroke risk in diabetes. Glucocorticoids, low HbA1c, and normal cholesterol don't increase risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia with dyspnea. The client's ABG results are pH 7.30, PaCO2 50 mm Hg, HCO3 26 mEq/L. The nurse should recognize that the client has which of the following acid-base imbalances?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low pH (7.30) and high PaCO2 (50 mm Hg) with normal HCO3 indicate respiratory acidosis due to hypoventilation. Metabolic acidosis, alkalosis, and respiratory alkalosis do not match.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide causes potassium loss, risking hypokalemia. Sodium, calcium, and magnesium are less affected.
Question 4 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: A
Rationale: Taking iron between meals maximizes absorption. Antacids and milk reduce absorption, and stools may change color sooner.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who will undergo a colonoscopy the following week. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fasting except water for 12 hours ensures a clear colon. Longer clear liquid diets, separate polyp procedures, and early enemas aren't standard.