ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shaking the inhaler three times ensures proper mixing of the medication, optimizing delivery during inhalation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for warfarin and a new order to start ceftriaxone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin's anticoagulant effect, monitored via prothrombin time, can be potentiated by ceftriaxone, increasing bleeding risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who had a left hemispheric stroke. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A change in pupil size may indicate increased intracranial pressure, a life-threatening stroke complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing muscle spasms and has a new prescription for an aquathermia pad. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the aquathermia pad prevents burns or irritation, ensuring safe application for muscle spasm relief.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote respiratory function?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging the use of an incentive spirometer promotes lung expansion and prevents atelectasis, improving respiratory function post-cholecystectomy.