ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client following a tonsillectomy who is alert and has an SpO2 of 93% on room air. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Semi-Fowler position improves oxygenation and comfort post-tonsillectomy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse regarding the use of personal protective equipment when performing respiratory suctioning for a client who has community-acquired pneumonia. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Limiting conversation is unnecessary and does not relate to PPE use, indicating a misunderstanding.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has dysphagia following a stroke. The nurse should recommend a referral to which of the following members of the interdisciplinary team?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A speech therapist specializes in assessing and managing dysphagia post-stroke.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about testicular self-examination with a young adult client. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A warm bath relaxes the scrotum, making testicular self-examination easier and more effective.