ATI LPN
PN ATI Learning System Medical Surgical Final Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a hip arthroplasty. The nurse should place an abduction pillow on the client for which of the following purposes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An abduction pillow prevents hip dislocation by keeping the legs apart and aligned.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a sigmoid colon resection with colostomy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The diet does not have to change to a soft diet after surgery. The client can resume a normal diet as tolerated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a chest tube in place following a thoracotomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the drainage unit below the client's chest level can facilitate the drainage of air and fluid from the pleural space by gravity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to have his chest tube removed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Auscultating the lungs after removal can help assess the respiratory status and detect any signs of pneumothorax, such as diminished or absent breath sounds.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who begins having a tonic-clonic seizure while sitting in a chair at the bedside. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lowering the client to the floor and protecting the head prevents injury during the seizure.