ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client who has a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as unique for this age group?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Confusion is a unique UTI symptom in older adults, often presenting as delirium.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is admitted for treatment for a severe ulcerated pressure injury exhibiting signs of infection. The HCP prescribes open wet dressings to be applied every 6 hours for a period of 30 minutes for one week. For which part of the prescription does the nurse clarify with the physician?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clarification is needed to confirm the saline's temperature, as it may affect wound healing.
Question 3 of 5
There are limited amounts of influenza vaccine currently available in the clinic. Which individual should the nurse identify as having the highest priority to receive vaccination at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Older adults in congregate settings are at high risk for flu complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer vancomycin 250 mg PO. The amount available is vancomycin 125 mg/ capsule. How many capsules should the nurse administer to the client with each dose? (Round to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 250 mg ÷ 125 mg/capsule = 2 capsules.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an infection. The nurse should use which of the following strategies to interrupt the transmission of the client's infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the most effective way to break the chain of infection transmission.