ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 3 Fall 2023 Questions
Extract:
A client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving the patient extra time to perform activities is appropriate because bradykinesia causes slow movement, and this respects the patient’s autonomy while reducing frustration.
Extract:
A client with a compound fracture of the left ankle is being discharged with a below-the-knee cast.
Question 2 of 5
Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) provide to the client prior to discharge?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The instruction to never scratch under the cast is crucial for preventing complications and maintaining the integrity of the cast, avoiding skin damage or infection.
Extract:
A hospitalized client.
Question 3 of 5
An oil retention enema is prescribed for a hospitalized client. The practical nurse (PN) should administer the enema solution at which temperature?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The ideal temperature for an enema solution is close to the client’s body temperature, which is around 98°F or 36°C. This temperature ensures that the solution is comfortable and does not cause adverse reactions such as pain, cramps, or tissue damage.
Extract:
The mother of a school-aged boy tells the practical nurse (PN) that he fell out of a tree and hurt his arm and shoulder.
Question 4 of 5
Which assessment should the practical nurse (PN) note as the most significant indicator of possible child abuse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The most significant indicator of possible child abuse in this scenario is if the injury description by the mother varies from the child's version. This may suggest that the mother is lying or covering up the true cause of the injury, which may be intentional or accidental harm.
Extract:
12 students with confirmed cases of influenza A.
Question 5 of 5
The public health nurse identifies 12 students with confirmed cases of influenza A. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Holding a focus group to discuss immunizations educates and encourages vaccination, an effective response to an influenza A outbreak.