ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It is important for clients to arrange transportation home after a colonoscopy due to the sedatives used during the procedure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in hospice care who is dying. The client's partner is concerned that the client is sleeping more than in the previous week. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting quietly near the bedside provides comfort and support, respecting the natural process of increased sleep in the dying client.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has aspiration pneumonia and hypoxia. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Initiating fall precautions is important for safety, as hypoxia can cause confusion or weakness, increasing fall risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who began taking captopril 2 days ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lip swelling can be a sign of angioedema, a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is collecting data from an older adult client. Which of the following findings indicates that the client might be dehydrated?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confusion in older adults can be a sign of dehydration, as it affects cognitive function.