ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Waiting 2 hours before lying down reduces reflux by allowing gastric emptying.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting falls is critical on warfarin due to bleeding risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a chest tube following thoracic surgery. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an indication of a tension pneumothorax?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: No bubbling in the water seal chamber may indicate lung collapse, signaling tension pneumothorax.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is experiencing breakthrough pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Opioids are effective for managing breakthrough cancer pain per prescription.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. The client reports chills, back pain, and itching. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping the transfusion is the priority to halt a possible transfusion reaction.