ATI LPN
Perioperative Care Fundamentals Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient on postoperative day 3 following a cholecystectomy. The patient reports nausea and abdominal distension, and the nurse notes absent bowel sounds. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the physician addresses possible ileus with nausea, distension, and absent sounds, per protocol. Antiemetics treat symptoms; ambulation or NG tube needs orders. Postoperative care escalates abnormal findings.
Question 2 of 5
The OR nurse is assisting with a patient receiving a brachial plexus block. What surgery might this be used for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Brachial plexus block anesthetizes the arm, fitting shoulder surgery, per block types. Appendectomy , hysterectomy , or cholecystectomy use different blocks. Intraoperative care matches anesthesia to site.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who underwent a hip replacement 36 hours ago. The patient reports shortness of breath and chest pain. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking oxygen saturation assesses for pulmonary embolism, per priority data collection. Oxygen or notification follows; coughing is secondary. Postoperative care evaluates respiratory distress.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a patient who underwent a hernia repair. What should the patient avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding heavy lifting prevents recurrence, per discharge data. Walking , fiber , or medication are safe. Teaching protects repair.
Question 5 of 5
A client in the operating room has developed malignant hyperthermia. The clients potassium is 6.5 mEq/L. What action by the nurse takes priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin rapidly shifts potassium into cells treating the hyperkalemia associated with malignant hyperthermia.