ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol can cause orthostatic hypotension, so avoiding sudden position changes prevents dizziness or falls. Other instructions are incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of atrial fibrillation and is receiving amiodarone. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision may indicate amiodarone toxicity, particularly affecting the eyes, and should be reported. Other findings are normal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, so serum potassium levels should be monitored to prevent complications like dysrhythmias.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for losartan. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Losartan can increase potassium levels, so salt substitutes containing potassium should be avoided to prevent hyperkalemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of hypertension and is receiving hydralazine. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Headache may indicate an adverse effect of hydralazine, such as vasodilation-related issues, and should be reported. Other findings are relatively normal.