ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse at an urgent care center is reinforcing information with a new employee about the difference between sprains and strains. Which of the following examples should the nurse include as a cause of sprain injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A sprain involves injury to ligaments, which is consistent with twisting a joint, as described.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days post-operative from a right hip arthroplasty. While transferring to a chair, the client cries out in pain. The nurse should examine the client for which of the following manifestations of dislocation of the hip prosthesis.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shortening of the leg is a classic sign of hip dislocation post-arthroplasty.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a common symptom of osteomyelitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever is a common symptom of osteomyelitis due to the body's immune response to the bone infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a right total hip arthroplasty. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client's right leg?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abduction helps prevent dislocation by keeping the prosthesis in a stable position.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing preoperative care for a patient who is scheduled for joint replacement the next day. What should the nurse include with care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preoperative skin cleaning with antibacterial cloths is crucial to reduce the risk of postoperative infections.