ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Proctored Exam 2024-2025 Online Practice 250 Simulated Exam Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has atelectasis. The nurse should instruct the client to lie on his back with a quarter turn elevating his right side and his head lower than his feet to mobilize secretions from which of the following lung segments?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Postural drainage in this position helps mobilize secretions from the lower lobes and prevent complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a client who has a respiratory infection. The nurse should plan to have the client lie on his stomach with pillows elevating his chest and stomach to mobilize secretions from which of the following lung segments?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prone positioning with elevation allows mucus drainage from posterior lung segments.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has pneumonia. The nurse should plan to have the client lie on his stomach in Trendelenburg position with pillows elevating the right side of his chest to mobilize secretions from which of the following lung segments?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This positioning promotes drainage from the posterior right lower lobe by using gravity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a respiratory infection. The nurse should have the client sit in a high-Fowler's position to help mobilize secretions from which of the following lung segments?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-Fowler's position enhances lung expansion and secretion clearance from the upper lobes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record for a client who has pneumonia. The nurse should plan to have the client lie on his back with his head lower than his feet to mobilize secretions from which of the following lung segments?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trendelenburg position assists in draining secretions from the anterior lower lung segments.