Question 1

The LPN/LVN informs the RN that a client is exhibiting an absence of cardiac waveforms on the telemetry monitoring screen.Before calling a code, the LPN/LVN expects the RN will assess for which situations? Select all that apply.
A)An electrode is not adhering to the client's chest wall.
B)The battery pack in the telemetry unit is running low.
C)No connection between an electrode wire and the battery pack.
D)The client has reconnected the telemetry unit after a shower.
E)The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)turned the unit off.

Accepted Answer

The absence of cardiac waveforms on a telemetry monitor could be due to technical issues rather than a true cardiac event. It's important to check for electrode adherence (A), battery pack power (B), connection issues (C), and whether the unit was accidentally turned off (E), before assuming a cardiac emergency.

Question 2

A client has a family history of vascular disorders and expresses concern about personal health maintenance.The physician orders angiography as a screening measure.The nurse is aware that which conditions can be diagnosed by means of the prescribed test? Select all that apply.
A)Aneurysms
B)Deep vein thrombosis
C)Esophageal stricture
D)Abdominal aortic aneurysm
E)Carotid blockage

Accepted Answer

The answer of A client has a family history of...

Question 3

A health-care provider orders an electrolyte panel for a client.Which results will the nurse expect to be available in the laboratory results? Select all that apply.
A)Magnesium
B)Protein
C)Phosphate
D)Uric acid
E)Potassium

Accepted Answer

Magnesium, phosphate, and potassium are electrolytes and will be included in an electrolyte panel.

Question 4

A client is admitted with recent alterations in physical and cognitive functions.The physician orders multiple tests to rule out the suspicion of a brain tumor.Which diagnostic procedures will the nurse expect that are specific to the suspected diagnosis? Select all that apply.
A)Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
B)An electroencephalogram (EEG)
C)A lumbar puncture
D)A glucose tolerance test
E)A complete blood count

Accepted Answer

MRI is used to visualize brain structures, EEG can detect abnormal brain activity, and a lumbar puncture can analyze cerebrospinal fluid for signs of a tumor.

Question 5

The LPN/LVN is assisting the RN, who is managing the process of a glucose tolerance test ordered for a client.Which interventions does the LPN/LVN know are included as part of the testing? Select all that apply.
A)Blood samples are collected at specific intervals during the test.
B)The client's last meal was ordered to be carbohydrate loaded.
C)The client ingests concentrated glucose syrup to begin the test.
D)A single urine sample is collected from the client at onset of the test.
E)The client remains NPO except for water during the test.

Accepted Answer

A glucose tolerance test involves collecting blood samples at specific intervals to monitor how well the body processes glucose. The client ingests a concentrated glucose solution to begin the test. Throughout the test, the client must remain NPO (nothing by mouth) except for water to ensure accurate results.

Quiz 25: Diagnostic Tests

The LPN/LVN informs the RN that a client is exhibiting an absence of cardiac waveforms on the telemetry monitoring screen.Before calling a code, the LPN/LVN expects the RN will assess for which situations? Select all that apply.

A client has a family history of vascular disorders and expresses concern about personal health maintenance.The physician orders angiography as a screening measure.The nurse is aware that which conditions can be diagnosed by means of the prescribed test? Select all that apply.

A health-care provider orders an electrolyte panel for a client.Which results will the nurse expect to be available in the laboratory results? Select all that apply.

A client is admitted with recent alterations in physical and cognitive functions.The physician orders multiple tests to rule out the suspicion of a brain tumor.Which diagnostic procedures will the nurse expect that are specific to the suspected diagnosis? Select all that apply.

The LPN/LVN is assisting the RN, who is managing the process of a glucose tolerance test ordered for a client.Which interventions does the LPN/LVN know are included as part of the testing? Select all that apply.