ATI LPN
PN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL 2023 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: D
Rationale: Losing excess weight reduces stroke risk by improving cardiovascular health, a key factor in diabetes management. High cholesterol, uncontrolled HbA1c, and glucocorticoids increase, not decrease, stroke risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer warfarin to a client who has chronic atrial fibrillation. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor prior to administering the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: INR (International Normalized Ratio) measures clotting time and must be monitored with warfarin to ensure therapeutic anticoagulation and prevent bleeding or clotting complications in atrial fibrillation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is to undergo a bone marrow aspiration. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pressure is applied post-procedure to prevent bleeding; marrow is typically taken from the iliac crest, local anesthetic is used, and fasting isn't required.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who wants to lose 0.9 kg (2 lb) of body fat per week. The nurse knows that 0.45 kg (1 lb) of body fat is equal to 3500 calories. The nurse should instruct the client to reduce his daily caloric intake by how many calories?
Correct Answer: 1000
Rationale: Calculation: 2 lb × 3,500 cal/lb = 7,000 cal/week; 7,000 ÷ 7 = 1,000 cal/day reduction achieves the weight loss goal.
Question 5 of 5
A home health nurse is assisting in the care of a client following a modified radical mastectomy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates effective coping?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wanting to see the incision shows acceptance and engagement in recovery; other options suggest avoidance or denial.