ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has coronary artery disease and is to begin a low-fat diet. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I will include 2 percent milk in my diet.B. I will eliminate egg whites from my diet.C. I will eat fish three times a week.D. I will use coconut oil when preparing food.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Eating fish, especially fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, is recommended for a heart-healthy, low-fat diet.

Question 2 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?

A. I can decrease my risk for a stroke by losing excess weight.B. My provider might prescribe a glucocorticoid regimen to decrease my risk for a stroke.C. My risk for a stroke increases if my HbA1c level is 6 percent or less.D. Having a total cholesterol level below 200 mg/dL increases my risk for a stroke.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Losing excess weight reduces stroke risk, particularly in individuals with diabetes.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching about foot care for a client who has diabetes. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I can apply lotion between my toes after showering.B. I can wear open toed shoes.C. I should round the corners of my toenails when trimming them.D. I should wear cotton socks.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Cotton socks reduce moisture and infection risk, ideal for diabetic foot care.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is 1 day postoperative following an abdominal hysterectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A. Creatinine 2.3 mg/dLB. BUN 20 mg/dLC. Hematocrit 41%D. WBC count 10,000/mm

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Elevated creatinine (2.3 mg/dL) may indicate impaired kidney function, significant postoperatively.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has a pulmonary embolism and is experiencing dyspnea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A. Obtain the client's vital signs.B. Administer heparin to the client.C. Encourage the client to cough and deep breathe.D. Place the client in high Fowler's position.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: High Fowler's position improves breathing and oxygenation, the priority for dyspnea.

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