ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A. Take the medication with a meal to prevent stomach upset.B. Take the medication in the morning on an empty stomach.C. Take the medication every other day.D. Take the medication with an antacid if nausea occurs.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Levothyroxine is best absorbed in the morning on an empty stomach. Meals, alternate-day dosing, and antacids reduce efficacy.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse in a health clinic is collecting data from an older adult client. Which of the following information in the client's history increases her risk for osteoporosis?

A. The client walks 3.2 km (2 mi) daily.B. The client is a gardener.C. The client is lactose intolerant.D. The client has a glass of red wine every evening.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Lactose intolerance limits calcium intake, increasing osteoporosis risk. Walking, gardening, and moderate wine consumption support bone health.

Question 3 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?

A. Orange juiceB. Cream of broccoli soupC. Lime ice popsicleD. Vanilla pudding

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Lime ice popsicles are clear, hydrating, and stomach-friendly. Orange juice is acidic, and dairy-based soup and pudding may worsen symptoms.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has an external fixation device in place to treat an open fracture of the tibia and fibula. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?

A. Apply 4.5 kg (10 lb) traction weight to the distal end of the fixator.B. Monitor the neurovascular status of the client's affected limb every 8 hr.C. Administer pain medication 30 min prior to pin care.D. Adjust the clamps on the device's frame daily.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Pain medication before pin care reduces discomfort. Traction risks complications, neurovascular checks should be more frequent, and clamp adjustments are for specialists.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I will shake the vial vigorously before drawing up the insulin.B. I will inject this insulin at a 45-degree angle.C. I will administer this insulin once daily at bedtime.D. I will store this insulin in the refrigerator after opening it.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Insulin glargine is administered once daily at bedtime. Shaking damages it, a 90-degree angle is used, and refrigeration is optional after opening.

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