ATI LPN
ATI LPN LEVEL 3 Med Surg Resp Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving oxygen therapy via a nasal cannula. When the client asks the nurse why he needs to have oxygen tubing in his nose, which of the following explanations about the cannula should the nurse give him?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A nasal cannula delivers low concentrations of oxygen (24-44%), suitable for clients needing supplemental oxygen without requiring high concentrations.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nebulizer treatments. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Keeping medication in the nebulizer at all times can lead to contamination or improper dosing; medication should be added only before each treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy, and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of the following is an acceptable method for the nurse to use to thin this client's secretions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Humidified oxygen moistens secretions, making them easier to suction, which is critical for tracheostomy care.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new chest tube that is attached to closed chest water-seal drainage and suction. The nurse should report which of the following findings to the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber indicates a possible air leak, which is abnormal and requires immediate reporting to ensure the chest tube system is functioning correctly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has respiratory alkalosis and is hyperventilating. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breathing into a paper bag helps increase carbon dioxide levels, correcting respiratory alkalosis caused by hyperventilation.