ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has a new diagnosis of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The nurse should plan to place the client in which of the following types of transmission-based precautions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: MRSA spreads via contact, requiring contact precautions like gloves and gowns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older client and educating the student nurse on assessing the skin. The student nurse knows that an older client's skin is most likely to experience which of the following changes with aging?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thinning of the epidermis increases vulnerability in older adults.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been recently diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection. His brother arrives and would like to visit. The patient says he is not feeling strong enough to have visitors. Which symptom would indicate to the nurse that the client is developing a complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high fever suggests a possible complication like a secondary infection.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following interventions can help manage pain associated with impaired skin integrity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Analgesics directly reduce pain, unlike the other options, which may not address pain or could worsen the condition.
Question 5 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.