ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room and sees smoke coming from the trash can next to the client's bed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the client from the room prioritizes their safety, protecting them from smoke inhalation or burns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a distal radius fracture with a short arm cast applied. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent neurovascular checks detect complications like compartment syndrome, ensuring timely intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is experiencing opioid toxicity. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension is expected in opioid toxicity due to central nervous system depression, affecting cardiovascular function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with care for a client who received a tuberculin skin test 72 hours ago. When collecting data from the test site, which of the following findings indicates a need for further testing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Induration greater than 10 mm indicates a positive tuberculin test, requiring further evaluation for tuberculosis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is transporting a client who has pneumonia and is on droplet precautions to radiology. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse take while transporting the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client wearing a mask prevents droplet spread of pneumonia during transport, per CDC guidelines.