ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client with glaucoma. Which instruction should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glaucoma requires lifelong medication to manage intraocular pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A client has been admitted to the hospital with acute glomerulonephritis. The nurse plans to collect data and initially asks the client about a recent history of:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Glomerulonephritis often follows a streptococcal infection, which triggers an immune response affecting the kidneys.
Question 3 of 5
What is one major postoperative difficulty for a patient having a supraglottic laryngectomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swallowing without aspiration is a major challenge post-supraglottic laryngectomy due to anatomical changes.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse notes that the health care provider has documented a diagnosis of presbycusis on a client's chart. The nurse understands that which describes this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Presbycusis is age-related gradual hearing loss, primarily affecting higher frequencies.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma and a prescription for timolol ophthalmic drops. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Timolol, a beta-blocker, can cause bradycardia when absorbed systemically.