ATI LPN
ATI LPN LEVEL 3 Med Surg Resp Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has pneumonia and requires chest percussion, vibration, and postural drainage. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to complete first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Auscultating lung fields first identifies areas with secretions, guiding effective positioning and percussion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has developed atelectasis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increasing dyspnea is expected in atelectasis due to reduced lung volume from collapsed alveoli, impairing oxygenation and causing difficulty breathing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client following an episode of status asthmaticus. The client has a prescription for two inhalations from an albuterol metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding the breath for at least 10 seconds after inhaling allows the medication to deposit effectively in the airways.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting discharge planning for a client who has a new prescription for bi-level positive airway pressure (BIPAP). The nurse should plan to contact which of the following healthcare team members to educate the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A respiratory therapist specializes in respiratory equipment and is best suited to educate the client on proper BiPAP use.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and is coughing up secretions. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging coughing and deep breathing is the priority to clear secretions and improve lung expansion in pneumonia.