ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who is experiencing sickle cell crisis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bed rest reduces oxygen demand during a sickle cell crisis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client about preventing osteoporosis. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin D supplements enhance calcium absorption, strengthening bones to prevent osteoporosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for a sigmoidoscopy. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The knee-chest position allows optimal visualization of the sigmoid colon during the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has hypernatremia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend to include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restricting sodium intake corrects hypernatremia by reducing serum sodium levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 8 hr postoperative following abdominal surgery. The client's blood pressure is 94/56 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing the IV flow rate stabilizes blood pressure by addressing potential fluid loss.