ATI RN
RN ATI Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse at an urgent care center is caring for four clients who all have leg or foot injuries. Which of the following client reports should suggest to the nurse that the client has an ankle sprain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Twisting the foot while running bases in baseball commonly results in ankle injuries like sprains.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing nutritional teaching to a client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend as being the highest in calcium?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Canned salmon, especially with bones, is rich in calcium due to the edible bones that are included.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client at a follow-up clinic visit for acute low back pain. A goal for this client is to use proper body mechanics at all times. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is meeting this goal?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing weight on the heels helps maintain better balance and proper body mechanics when moving an object.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a medical clinic is providing teaching to an older adult client who has osteoarthritis that is affecting her knees. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Both heat and ice can be used to alleviate discomfort associated with osteoarthritis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating coworkers about how to minimize back strain and avoid repeated episodes of low back pain. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Avoiding prolonged sitting helps reduce strain on the back. B: Sleeping in a side-lying position with flexed knees can alleviate pressure on the lower back. D: Padded shoe insoles can provide cushioning and support to reduce strain on the back.