ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease. The client displays difficulty using utensils while eating at mealtime. For which of the following interdisciplinary team members should the nurse recommend a referral?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An occupational therapist helps with adaptive techniques for daily activities like eating.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Diagnostic Results
Intake and Output
Postoperative day 1, 0900:
Client admitted following surgical removal of an abdominal abscess. Client alert and oriented to person, place, and time. Lung sounds clear bilaterally. Skin warm and dry to touch. Capillary refill 2 seconds. Radial and pedal pulses 2+. Abdominal wound dressing dry and intact.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is continuing to assist in the care of the client. For each data collection finding, click to specify if the finding on postoperative day 1 is consistent with hypovolemic shock or pulmonary embolism. Each finding may support more than 1 disease process or none at all.
| Options | Hypovolemic Shock | Pulmonary Embolism |
|---|---|---|
| Heart rate | ||
| Respiratory effort | ||
| Pain | ||
| Blood pressure | ||
| Mentation |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: At 0900, findings are normal, not indicating hypovolemic shock or pulmonary embolism.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving treatment for cancer and is experiencing stomatitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help manage the condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cold items soothe the oral mucosa and reduce discomfort in stomatitis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease. The client displays difficulty using utensils while eating at mealtime. For which of the following interdisciplinary team members should the nurse recommend a referral?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An occupational therapist helps with adaptive techniques for daily activities like eating.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Six small meals reduce stomach acid reflux, aligning with GERD management.