ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has hypertension and inquires if there is a herbal supplement that can be used to help lower blood pressure. The nurse should identify which of the following herbal supplements the client can use to help lower blood pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Garlic’s allicin relaxes blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, supported by studies in hypertension. Probiotics aid gut health, ginger has weaker evidence, and valerian treats insomnia—not BP. Garlic is the strongest evidence-based option.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a middle-aged client about hypertension. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reducing sodium to <2,300 mg/day lowers blood pressure by decreasing fluid retention, a key hypertension management strategy. Weight goals use BMI (18.5–24.9), not a vague 25% range. Alcohol limits are stricter for hypertension, and potassium checks apply to diuretics, not general teaching. Sodium reduction is broadly applicable.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a young adult female client who has been prescribed lisinopril. Which of the following instructions should the nurse plan to include? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B, D, E
Rationale: Lisinopril, an ACE inhibitor, requires specific instructions:
B) Pregnancy is a contraindication due to fetal harm risk, necessitating immediate notification.
D) A persistent dry cough is a common side effect due to bradykinin buildup, requiring reporting. E) Blood pressure monitoring is essential to assess efficacy.
A) Cholesterol monitoring isn’t directly tied to lisinopril, which targets blood pressure, not lipids.
C) Potassium-rich foods should be moderated, not increased, due to hyperkalemia risk with ACE inhibitors.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is admitted with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the left leg. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring platelet levels ensures safety during anticoagulant therapy for DVT (e.g., heparin-induced thrombocytopenia risk). Ice (
A) isn’t standard (warmth is used), vasodilators (
B) don’t treat clots, and fluids (
C) prevent thickening, not restricted. Platelets are key for bleeding risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anxiety and diaphoresis: Anxiety and diaphoresis (excessive sweating) are common symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, along with tremors, agitation, and insomnia. Muscle aches and chills: Muscle aches and chills are not typical symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. They are more associated with other conditions, such as infections. Arrhythmia and respiratory depression: While severe alcohol withdrawal can lead to arrhythmias, respiratory depression is not a common symptom of alcohol withdrawal. Fatigue and depression: Fatigue and depression may occur after the acute withdrawal phase but are not primary symptoms of initial alcohol withdrawal.