ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting a client who is 2 days postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty to walk to a chair. When the nurse offers to help the client ambulate, the client refuses to get out of bed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's wishes while explaining ambulation's importance respects autonomy and encourages informed decisions.
Question 2 of 5
At 0330, a nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative. The client's IV fluids are infusing at 120 mL/hr. How many mL of IV fluid should infuse by 0600? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 300 mL
Rationale: From 0330 to 0600 is 2.5 hours: 120 mL/hr × 2.5 hours = 300 mL.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with external fixation for a fracture involving severe bone damage. Which is the most important focus for the nurse during care of this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring for infection is critical due to the high risk associated with external fixation devices.
Question 4 of 5
A client returns to the surgical unit from the PACU in skeletal traction. The nurse should take this action to correct which of the following problems with the traction setup?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weights should hang freely to maintain proper traction and alignment, not rest against the foot of the bed.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with gout has been instructed on the prescribed medication allopurinol (Zyloprim). Which patient statement indicates understanding of the action of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allopurinol inhibits uric acid production, reducing levels in the body.