ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse us collecting data from a client who has right sided heart faiulure. Which of the following should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hepatomegaly is a sign of right-sided heart failure due to systemic venous congestion affecting the liver.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who reports dyspnea and fatigue. The nurse determines that the client also has tachycardia and edema. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Heart failure is characterized by dyspnea, fatigue, tachycardia, and edema due to the heart's inability to pump effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client who has heart failure. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medication and report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurred vision can indicate digoxin toxicity, requiring the medication to be withheld and the provider notified.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching for a client who will be taking warfarin (Coumadin) at home. Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands the risks while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using an electric razor reduces bleeding risk, a key concern for clients on warfarin.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 20 mEq. The amount available is potassium chloride liquid 40 mEq/15 mL. How many ml should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 7.5 mL
Rationale: Desired dose is 20 mEq, available concentration is 40 mEq/15 mL. mL = (20 mEq ÷ 40 mEq) × 15 mL = 7.5 mL.