ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who had a bronchoscopy 12 hours ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inspiratory stridor indicates airway obstruction, a critical post-bronchoscopy complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client. The vital signs indicate abnormalities. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures timely intervention for abnormal vital signs, which could indicate a serious issue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone hemodialysis. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A headache could indicate disequilibrium syndrome or hypertension, complications of hemodialysis requiring provider attention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is transporting a client who has pneumonia and is on droplet precautions to radiology. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse take while transporting the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mask on the client prevents droplet spread of pneumonia during transport.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking enoxaparin. The client reports starting the use of dietary supplements. The nurse should report the use of which of the following supplements to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ginkgo biloba increases bleeding risk, which is significant with enoxaparin, an anticoagulant.