ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is scheduled for a liver biopsy. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low platelet count (60,000/mm) increases bleeding risk during a liver biopsy, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has just returned home following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing cords against the wall reduces tripping hazards, critical post-hip arthroplasty.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has leukemia. Which of the following findings is the highest priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elevated temperature in leukemia indicates possible infection, critical in an immunocompromised client.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client following a coronary angiography. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low aPTT (25 seconds) indicates a clotting risk, critical post-angiography.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has pneumonia. Which of the following findings indicates the client is developing respiratory acidosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A PaCO2 of 55 mm Hg indicates respiratory acidosis due to carbon dioxide retention.