ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Skin Integrity and Wound Care Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has conducted teaching with a client in an arm cast about the signs and symptoms of compartment syndrome. The nurse determines that the client understands the information if the client states that he or she should report which early symptom of compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Numbness and tingling are early signs of compartment syndrome due to nerve compression from increased pressure within the muscle compartment, requiring prompt reporting to prevent further damage.
Question 2 of 5
The elderly male client tells the nurse, 'My wife says her cooking hasn't changed, but it is bland and tasteless.' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Age-related taste bud decline reduces taste perception, a normal sensory change, making this the most appropriate and educational response.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement by the daughter of an 80-year-old female client who lives alone warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Changing furniture can create fall hazards, especially for elderly individuals.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse manager of a medical-surgical unit is asked to determine if the unit should adopt a new care delivery system. Which behavior is an example of an autocratic style of leadership?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Autocratic leadership involves unilateral decision-making and informing staff without input.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted to the emergency department with chest pain that is consistent with myocardial infarction based on elevated troponin levels. Heart sounds are normal and vital signs are noted on the client's chart. The nurse should alert the health care provider because these changes are most consistent with which complication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Progressive hypotension and tachycardia (BP 140/88 to 88/58, pulse 92 to 118) suggest cardiogenic shock post-MI.