ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and is confused. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Familiar items reduce confusion and provide comfort for Alzheimer's patients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to the family of a client who has Parkinson's disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A cane aids balance and reduces fall risk in Parkinson's patients.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Logrolling prevents strain on the spine post-lumbar laminectomy.
Question 4 of 5
The LPN/LVN is assisting the RN in providing care for a patient with a risk for increased ICP. What finding needs to be reported to the RN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Narrowing pulse pressure is a critical sign of increased intracranial pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of support for a client who is 1 day postoperative following spinal fusion. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Log rolling prevents spinal strain post-spinal fusion.