ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A patient with a history of COPD Is being monitored for potential complications. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately as it may indicate the development of a complication?
Correct Answer: Sudden chest pain and dyspnea may indicate serious complications like pneumothorax or pulmonary embolism, requiring immediate intervention in COPD patients.
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Question 2 of 5
A patient with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) reports leg pain while walking which resolves with rest. The nurse recognizes this symptom as:
Correct Answer: Intermittent claudication, pain during activity relieved by rest, is a classic symptom of PAD due to insufficient blood flow.
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Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with preparations for administering intravenous potassium replacement supplements to a client who has a potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: Adequate urine output, patient education, repeat potassium checks, and cardiac monitoring are essential for safe IV potassium administration.
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Question 4 of 5
A patient who underwent gastric surgery is being educated on preventing dumping syndrome. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: Small, frequent meals are the most effective dietary strategy to prevent dumping syndrome by reducing the volume of food that enters the small intestine at once.
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Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who sustained burns in an enclosed space and is exhibiting singed nasal hair, black sputum and smoky smelling breath. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
Correct Answer: High-flow oxygen is the priority to address potential airway compromise and hypoxia from inhalation injury in burn patients.
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