ATI LPN
Perioperative Nursing Care NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which discharge instruction will the emergency department nurse include for a patient with a sprained ankle?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Choice C as elevation reduces swelling and pain, a priority in acute sprain management. Loose gauze (choice A) lacks compression, heat (choice B) is inappropriate initially cold is preferred and motion (choice D) risks worsening injury early on. This reflects NCLEX Physiological Integrity, focusing on minimizing edema and supporting recovery in the first 24-48 hours post-injury.
Question 2 of 5
A patient arrived at the emergency department after tripping over a rug and falling at home. Which finding is most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which action will the urgent care nurse take when caring for a patient who has a possible knee meniscus injury?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with cardiogenic shock has the following vital signs: BP 102/50, pulse 128, respirations 28. The pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PAWP) is increased and cardiac output is low. The nurse will anticipate an order for which medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Choice B as furosemide reduces elevated PAWP (preload) in cardiogenic shock, improving output. Albumin (choice A) increases preload, epinephrine (choice C) stresses the heart, and hydrocortisone (choice D) targets other shocks. This aligns with NCLEX Physiological Integrity, anticipating diuretics to manage fluid overload in heart failure.
Question 5 of 5
During change-of-shift report, the nurse is told that a patient has been admitted with dehydration and hypotension after having vomiting and diarrhea for 4 days. Which finding is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.