ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the partner of a client who requires tracheal suctioning. Which of the following statements by the partner indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suction pressure of 80-120 mmHg is safe and effective for tracheal suctioning.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is reinforcing teaching about pain control with a client who has terminal cancer. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Around-the-clock analgesia maintains steady pain relief, preventing breakthrough pain.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing skin care teaching with a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Sunscreen, gentle drying, and lotion prevent lupus flare-ups and skin damage; astringents irritate skin.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on an older adult client. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client has a bladder infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changed mental status is a common sign of bladder infection in older adults, who may not present with typical urinary symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a sterile dressing change for a client who has a stage III pressure ulcer. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pain medication reduces discomfort during a painful dressing change.