ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing clients for skin integrity. Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for developing skin breakdown?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Paraplegia increases the risk of skin breakdown due to immobility and loss of sensation, leading to pressure injuries.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a complete thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle twitching suggests hypocalcemia, a life-threatening complication post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid injury.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving morphine through a PCA device. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Teaching the client to use the PCA device ensures safe and effective pain management.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a group of clients who are receiving radioactive isotope therapy. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing the toilet three times with the lid closed minimizes environmental contamination from radioactive isotopes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has left-sided weakness how to use a quad cane. Which of the following client actions indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Advancing the weaker leg to the cane provides stability and support during ambulation.