ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a tracheostomy tube. Upon data collection, the nurse observes the client is restless and hears crackles in the lungs. Which of the following interventions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suctioning clears secretions causing crackles and restlessness, improving airway patency.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a group of newly licensed nurses about medication administration. The nurse should include that which of the following medications is administered using the Z-track method?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iron dextran is given via the Z-track method to prevent skin staining and irritation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is checking the skin of a client who has chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following signs should the nurse identify as indicative of a venous stasis ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Venous stasis ulcers are open sores with irregular borders due to chronic venous pooling.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Securing the catheter to the thigh prevents pulling and reduces infection risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is premenopausal. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate regarding breast self-examinations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Small, circular motions in a vertical pattern is the recommended technique for thorough breast self-examination.