ATI LPN
Chapter 6 Skin and the Integumentary System Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which medication should be administered first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: IV antibiotics for surgical infections are time-sensitive and critical to prevent complications.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 80-year-old client admitted with a fractured right femoral neck who is oriented × 1. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Determining the client's baseline orientation status is critical to assess their cognitive function and ensure appropriate care, especially in an elderly patient with a fracture who may be at risk for delirium or other complications.
Question 3 of 5
The client is scheduled for a computed tomography (CT) scan. Which question is most important for the nurse to ask before the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Iodine allergy is critical to assess due to contrast use in CT scans, which can cause severe reactions.
Question 4 of 5
The emergency department nurse is caring for a client with a compound fracture of the right ulna. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering a compound fracture with sterile gauze prevents infection, a priority in open fractures.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in acute pain as a result of surgery. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Timely administration of pain medication within prescribed intervals maintains pain control, preventing unnecessary suffering post-surgery.