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 checking the skin of a client who has chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a venous stasis ulcer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venous stasis ulcers typically show darkened pigmentation and drainage due to poor venous return.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to discontinue a client's intravenous infusion. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow to remove the IV catheter.
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: C,A,B,D
Rationale: The correct sequence is: hand hygiene (
C), remove dressing/tape (
A), withdraw catheter (
B), apply pressure (
D) to ensure safety and prevent bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about lowering fat and cholesterol in the diet with a client who has atherosclerosis. Which of the following responses by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Limiting meat to 3 oz portions reduces fat and cholesterol, supporting atherosclerosis management.
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.