ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who had abdominal surgery 6 weeks ago. Which of the following images indicates the client's wound is healing by primary intention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Primary intention healing occurs when wound edges are well-approximated, leading to minimal scarring.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is checking the skin of a client who has chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following signs should the nurse identify as indicative of a venous stasis ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Venous stasis ulcers are open sores with irregular borders due to chronic venous pooling.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has iron-deficiency anemia. Which of the following should the nurse monitor for the clinical manifestation of cheilosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cheilosis, cracks at the mouth corners, is a sign of iron-deficiency anemia due to impaired tissue integrity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has AIDS and malnutrition. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high-calorie diet addresses malnutrition common in AIDS due to increased metabolic needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is checking the skin of a client who has chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a venous stasis ulcer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venous stasis ulcers typically show darkened pigmentation and drainage due to poor venous return.