PN ATI ADULT MED SURG 2024 PROCTORED EXAM WITH NGN (EXTRACTED FROM REAL SCREENSHOTS
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PN ATI ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL
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Walden University
PN ATI ADULT MED SURG 2024 PROCTORED
EXAM WITH NGN (EXTRACTED FROM REAL
SCREENSHOTS / PN ATI ADULT MED SURG 2024 PROCTORED
EXAM WITH NGN (EXTRACTED FROM REAL
SCREENSHOTS / PN ATI ADULT MED SURG 2024 PROCTORED
EXAM WITH NGN (EXTRACTED FROM REAL
SCREENSHOTS
PN ATI ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL 2024 PROCTORED
EXAM WITH NGN (EXTRACTED FROM REAL
SCREENSHOTS)
Question 1 of 90:
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for an older adult client who has a new prescription for
transdermal clonidine. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the plan
of care?
A) Inform the client of the adverse effect of diarrhea.
B) Monitor the client for weight loss.
C) Advise the client about increased dry mouth.
D) Check the client for increased hypopigmentation under the patch.
Answer: C) Advise the client about increased dry mouth.
Rationale: Dry mouth is a common side effect of clonidine, and the nurse should inform the
client of this.
Question 2 of 90:
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a new prescription for
furosemide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
A) "You should increase your intake of potassium-rich foods."
B) "Avoid foods high in magnesium."
C) "Take this medication on an empty stomach."
D) "You should reduce your fluid intake while on this medication."
Answer: A) "You should increase your intake of potassium-rich foods."
Rationale: Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can lead to potassium loss, so clients should
increase their intake of potassium-rich foods.
Question 3 of 90:
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving digoxin for heart failure. Which of the
following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
A) "Take your pulse before taking this medication."
B) "Increase your intake of salt."
C) "Take the medication with food to reduce nausea."
, D) "You can skip the medication if you feel fine."
Answer: A) "Take your pulse before taking this medication."
Rationale: Clients taking digoxin should check their pulse and withhold the medication if their
pulse is less than 60 beats per minute.
Question 4 of 90:
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and a new prescription for insulin
glargine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
A) "Administer this medication 30 minutes before meals."
B) "Shake the vial before drawing up the insulin."
C) "This insulin has no peak time."
D) "Mix this insulin with your regular insulin."
Answer: C) "This insulin has no peak time."
Rationale: Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin that does not have a peak and provides steady
insulin levels.
Question 5 of 90:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which
of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
A) "Check your blood pressure daily."
B) "This medication will help prevent blood clots."
C) "Avoid taking this medication with meals."
D) "You should stop taking this medication if you feel dizzy."
Answer: A) "Check your blood pressure daily."
Rationale: Metoprolol is a beta-blocker used to manage hypertension, and clients should
monitor their blood pressure regularly.
Question 6 of 90:
A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who has hypothyroidism and is starting
levothyroxine. Which of the following should the nurse include?
A) "You may experience insomnia while on this medication."
, B) "Take this medication with food."
C) "You can expect your heart rate to decrease."
D) "This medication can cause weight gain."
Answer: A) "You may experience insomnia while on this medication."
Rationale: Levothyroxine can increase metabolism, which may cause symptoms like insomnia
and nervousness.
Question 7 of 90:
A nurse is assisting with the discharge teaching of a client who has been prescribed warfarin.
Which of the following information should the nurse include?
A) "You should eat a consistent amount of foods high in vitamin K."
B) "Take aspirin to reduce headaches."
C) "You will not need frequent blood tests."
D) "You can stop taking this medication once your blood pressure stabilizes."
Answer: A) "You should eat a consistent amount of foods high in vitamin K."
Rationale: Vitamin K can affect the action of warfarin, so the client should maintain a consistent
intake of vitamin K.
Question 8 of 90:
A nurse is caring for a client with hypertension who is starting on lisinopril. Which of the
following side effects should the nurse instruct the client to report immediately?
A) Persistent cough
B) Frequent headaches
C) Dizziness
D) Swelling of the lips or face
Answer: D) Swelling of the lips or face
Rationale: Swelling of the lips or face could indicate angioedema, a serious side effect of ACE
inhibitors like lisinopril.
Question 9 of 90:
A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed nitroglycerin sublingual tablets for angina.
Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
, A) "Take this medication every morning to prevent chest pain."
B) "Take the tablet with a glass of water."
C) "If chest pain persists after the first tablet, call emergency services."
D) "Store the tablets in a clear plastic container."
Answer: C) "If chest pain persists after the first tablet, call emergency services."
Rationale: If chest pain continues after taking nitroglycerin, the client may be having a heart
attack and should seek emergency help.
Question 10 of 90:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for prednisone. Which of the
following instructions should the nurse include?
A) "Take this medication with food."
B) "Discontinue this medication if you gain weight."
C) "Limit your intake of dairy products."
D) "You can stop this medication abruptly if you feel better."
Answer: A) "Take this medication with food."
Rationale: Prednisone can cause gastric irritation, and taking it with food helps reduce this side
effect.
Question 11 of 90:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the
following information should the nurse include?
A) "Notify your provider if you experience muscle pain."
B) "Increase your intake of grapefruit juice."
C) "Take this medication in the morning."
D) "Expect your urine to turn dark."
Answer: A) "Notify your provider if you experience muscle pain."
Rationale: Muscle pain can be a sign of rhabdomyolysis, a serious adverse effect of statins like
atorvastatin.
Question 12 of 90:
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