ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following an appendectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Red streaks along the incision indicate possible cellulitis, a bacterial infection requiring prompt reporting to prevent complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has disuse syndrome following cast removal from a lower extremity. Which of the following referrals should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An occupational therapist helps restore function and mobility, addressing disuse syndrome through targeted rehabilitation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a BMI of 32 and wants to lose weight. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to promote the client's weight loss?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Consuming 500 fewer calories daily creates a sustainable deficit for weight loss, promoting gradual and healthy progress.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting admission history data from a client who is in a semi-private room. Which of the following data is the priority for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recent tuberculosis exposure is the priority due to its contagious nature, requiring immediate isolation to protect the client and others.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with discharge teaching for a client who requires oropharyngeal suctioning at home. The nurse should ensure that which of the following equipment is available for use at home?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A Yankauer catheter is essential for effective oropharyngeal suctioning at home, allowing removal of secretions safely.