ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has a herniated lumbar disk at L5. The nurse knows that which of the following symptoms needs to be immediately reported to the RN or physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bowel or bladder incontinence may indicate cauda equina syndrome, requiring urgent intervention.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse performs a visual assessment on a patient and documents the findings using the acronym PERRLA. Which assessment finding does PERRLA indicate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PERRLA indicates pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to collect data for a patient's neurological status. What equipment should the nurse gather?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pen light is used to assess pupil reaction, a key part of neurological assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A client is diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, stage 5. The nurse knows at this stage the client will have to include which of the following in their treatment that has not been needed in previous stages?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dialysis or kidney transplant becomes necessary at stage 5 CKD, also known as end-stage renal disease (ESR
D). At this stage, the kidneys are no longer able to perform their essential functions, and renal replacement therapy is required.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is visiting a patient who performs peritoneal dialysis at home. The nurse is evaluating the patient's technique. Which finding requires additional teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using clean technique when instilling the dialysate is incorrect. Peritoneal dialysis requires sterile technique to prevent infection.