ATI RN
RN ATI Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: C
Rationale: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) can cause chest pain and shortness of breath due to pulmonary embolism, especially after a traumatic injury or surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at an urgent care center is caring for four clients who all have leg or foot injuries. Which of the following client reports should suggest to the nurse that the client has an ankle sprain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Twisting the foot while running bases in baseball commonly results in ankle injuries like sprains.
Question 3 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 good source of calcium and can contribute to increasing calcium levels in the diet.
Question 4 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 helps assess the adequacy of blood flow and peripheral circulation in the lower extremity distal to the fracture site.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following an open reduction and internal fixation of a fractured femur. Which of the following actions is the most important for the nurse to complete in the postoperative period?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Perform neurovascular checks of the extremities: Crucial to assess blood flow, sensation, and movement in the limb to identify any postoperative complications promptly.