ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has chronic bronchitis and reports dyspnea with minimal exertion. Which of the following acid- base imbalances should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic bronchitis causes carbon dioxide retention, leading to respiratory acidosis, especially with symptoms like dyspnea.
Question 2 of 5
A newly hired nurse asks a charge nurse what safety measures are in place to prevent diversion of controlled substances on the unit. Which of the following statements should the charge nurse make? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Using automated dispensing devices (
B), periodic reviews (
C), and counting substances (
D) prevent diversion. Pocketing refused medication is unsafe, but witnessing disposal is correct.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for digoxin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision is a sign of digoxin toxicity and should be monitored. Potassium-rich foods may be beneficial, but monitoring toxicity is critical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for a group of children. Which of the following findings should alert the nurse that one of the children is a potential victim of abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An adolescent wanting to stay in the hospital may indicate an unsafe home environment, suggesting possible abuse. Bruises on a toddler's shins, crying during injections, and obesity are not typically abuse indicators.