ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for amlodipine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amlodipine can cause peripheral edema, so clients should monitor for ankle swelling. Potassium, meal timing, and nighttime dosing are not specific concerns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of hypertension and is receiving hydralazine. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Headache may indicate an adverse effect of hydralazine, such as vasodilation-related issues, and should be reported. Other findings are relatively normal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has respiratory acidosis. Which of the following pH levels should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A pH of 7.31 indicates acidemia, consistent with respiratory acidosis due to carbon dioxide retention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who has a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following medication should the nurse plan to administer first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin is administered first for suspected myocardial infarction to inhibit platelet aggregation and reduce clot formation, minimizing heart damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has respiratory alkalosis and is hyperventilating. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breathing into a paper bag increases carbon dioxide levels, helping reverse respiratory alkalosis caused by hyperventilation.