ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an unrepaired femur fracture of the midshaft. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when performing an assessment of the client's neurovascular status?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Palpating the femoral pulse directly assesses blood flow, a key component of neurovascular status in femur fractures.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has strained her back muscles while preparing to move to a new apartment. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bending at the knees reduces back strain by distributing weight evenly, promoting safe lifting mechanics.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple long bone fractures caused by a motor-vehicle crash that happened 24 hr ago. The client tells the nurse he is short of breath and experiencing chest pain. The nurse should assess the client further for which of the following potential complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fat embolism syndrome is likely with long bone fractures, presenting with shortness of breath and chest pain due to emboli obstructing pulmonary vessels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about the difference between a plaster cast and a synthetic cast. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Synthetic casts are lighter, improving patient comfort without compromising immobilization effectiveness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client at high risk for osteoporosis about dietary measures she can take to increase her calcium level. Which of the following foods should the nurse advise the client to increase in her diet?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Broccoli is a calcium-rich food, beneficial for increasing dietary calcium to support bone health in osteoporosis prevention.