ATI RN
ATI Med Surg 102 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A gerontologic nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about integumentary changes that occur in older adults, such as thinning skin. How should these students best integrate these changes into care planning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thinning skin increases susceptibility to shearing injuries, requiring precautions like lift sheets to prevent skin tears.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a cast in place for a fractured tibia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking capillary refill assesses circulation, critical to detect complications like compartment syndrome.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple long bone fractures caused by a motor-vehicle crash that happened 24 hr ago. The client tells the nurse he is short of breath and experiencing chest pain. The nurse should assess the client further for which of the following potential complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venous thromboembolism, particularly pulmonary embolism, is indicated by shortness of breath and chest pain, common in immobilized trauma patients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is scheduled for dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) to screen for osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emptying the bladder ensures a clear scan of the pelvis and spine, improving DEXA accuracy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about preventing osteoporosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing vitamin K intake is incorrect, as it supports bone health, indicating a need for further teaching.