ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Proctored Exam

When performing pain assessment, what is a vital initial step?

A patient receiving IV potassium complains of burning along the vein. What action should the nurse take first?

When performing a respiratory assessment, what is an expected finding when palpating the chest of a healthy adult?

Which of the following clinical findings suggests the patient with COPD is experiencing hypoxia?

What does the integration of safety and quality education in nursing, such as the QSEN project, primarily focus on achieving?

When assessing an elderly patient, the nurse notes a barrel-shaped chest. This finding is typically associated with which respiratory condition?

A patient presents with shortness of breath and wheezing. Upon auscultation, you notice a prolonged expiratory phase. What condition is most likely causing these symptoms?

What principle is shared among complementary and alternative medicine modalities?

Which intervention should the nurse prioritize for a patient presenting with signs of severe dehydration?

What is a common myth regarding the use of opioids in pain management?

When educating a patient on the body's defense mechanisms against infection, which of the following should the nurse emphasize?

What lab result would the nurse anticipate for a patient with metabolic acidosis?

In the intraoperative phase, what is one of the key responsibilities of the LPN to ensure patient safety?

A client who has been prescribed diphenhydramine for seasonal allergies reports drowsiness and dry mouth. What is the nurse's best response?

A patient with chronic bronchitis exhibits a productive cough and dyspnea. Which physiological change primarily contributes to these symptoms?

To assess for fluid in the pleural space, which lung assessment technique should a nurse prioritize?

In the PACU, a patient is noted to have low urine output. What is the most appropriate immediate intervention?

A patient presents with severe abdominal pain, hypotension, and tachycardia. Which framework can the nurse apply to prioritize care effectively?

While setting up an infusion of 1 g of medication diluted in 100 mL over 1 hour, the nurse discovers that the electronic pump is unavailable. The manual IV tubing has a drop factor of 15 gtt/mL. What

Which classification does reflexology fall under within complementary and alternative medicine?

What is a unique characteristic of complementary medicine as compared to conventional Western medicine?

Which of the following describes a clinical feature of non-opioid analgesics?

A nurse is educating a client with sinusitis about the correct use of nasal decongestants. What should the nurse emphasize?