ATI LPN
Perioperative Care NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
To maintain proper cuff pressure of an endotracheal tube (ET) when the patient is on mechanical ventilation, the nurse should
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Choice D as the minimal occluding volume technique ensures safe cuff pressure (20-25 mm Hg) by allowing a slight leak at peak inflation. Fixed volumes (choice A), palpation (choice B), or low pressure (choice C) risk over- or under-inflation. This reflects NCLEX physiological integrity, balancing airway protection and tracheal safety.
Question 2 of 5
A factory line worker has repetitive strain syndrome in the left elbow. The nurse will plan to teach the patient about
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Choice D as modifying movements addresses the cause of repetitive strain syndrome, promoting healing without invasive measures. Surgery (choice A) and injections (choice B) are not initial treatments, and a wrist splint (choice C) targets the wrong joint. This aligns with NCLEX Physiological Integrity, emphasizing non-surgical, practical adjustments to reduce elbow stress, tailored to the patient's repetitive work environment.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with a right lower leg fracture will be discharged home with an external fixation device in place. Which information will the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
After being hospitalized for 3 days with a right femur fracture, a 32-year-old patient suddenly develops shortness of breath and tachypnea. The patient tells the nurse, 'I feel like I am going to die!' Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
When assessing for Tinel's sign in a patient with possible right-sided carpal tunnel syndrome, the nurse will ask the patient about
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.