ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cohort 6 Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
What would be considered early signs/symptoms of pressure injury (Stage 1)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure injuries show nonblanchable redness on intact skin, indicating early tissue damage.
Question 2 of 5
A postoperative patient has an abdominal drain. What assessment by the nurse indicates that goals for the priority patient problems related to the drain are being met?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Absence of infection signs at the drain site indicates proper function and no complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient with hypokalemia, she notes that the patient's handgrip strength has diminished since the previous assessment 1 hour ago. What action does the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia can weaken respiratory muscles, so assessing respiratory status is critical to detect compromise.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following an open thoracotomy. The client is receiving oxygen mist at 40% by face tent. The client's SPO2 is 89-96%. ABG results are: pH 7.31, PaO2 93 mm Hg, PCO2 50 mm Hg, HCO3 25 mEq/L. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-Fowler's position and respiratory exercises improve ventilation, addressing mild respiratory acidosis indicated by elevated PCO2.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse working in the perioperative area is reviewing the Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) competencies. Which of the following competencies should the nurse identify as the priority when caring for a client during the perioperative period?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Safety is paramount in preventing surgical errors, infections, and injuries during the perioperative period.