ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical surgical 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's medical history to identify risk factors for osteoporosis. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings is a risk factor for developing osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking cigarettes (
B) is a known risk factor for osteoporosis as it decreases bone density.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for sublingual nitroglycerin for unstable angina. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking a second tablet after 5 minutes (
D) is correct if pain persists, per nitroglycerin protocol.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has dysphagia following a stroke. When assisting the client at mealtime, which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral care before meals (
A) clears debris, reducing aspiration risk in dysphagia post-stroke.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has viral meningitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dimming lights (
D) alleviates photophobia, a common symptom in viral meningitis, improving client comfort.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who was admitted with an exacerbation of COPD. Which of the following should the nurse include in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Small, frequent meals (
D) minimize respiratory effort, aiding COPD exacerbation management.