ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2023 I Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 day postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. The client is scheduled for physical therapy in 45 min. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: What is your current pain level on a scale of 0 to 10?
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1. Pain management is a priority postoperatively to ensure client comfort and mobility.
2. Assessing pain level helps determine if pain medication is needed before physical therapy.
3. Uncontrolled pain can affect the client's ability to participate in therapy effectively.
4. Addressing pain promptly can prevent complications and promote faster recovery.
Summary:
A: Using an incentive spirometer is important but assessing pain takes precedence.
C: Family notification is important but not a priority before addressing pain.
D: Bathing preference is not urgent compared to pain assessment before therapy.
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