ATI LPN
ATI LPN adult medical surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery. The nurse auscultates hypoactive bowel sounds, and the client reports cramping abdominal pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ambulating the client first promotes bowel motility, addressing hypoactive bowel sounds and cramping, a common postoperative issue.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is to undergo a bone marrow aspiration. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Holding pressure on the site post-procedure prevents bleeding, a standard part of bone marrow aspiration care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching for a client who had a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) and requires assistance to perform their ADLs. Which of the following statements should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Installing grab bars enhances safety and supports independence in ADLs post-CVA, addressing balance issues.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has AIDS and has malnutrition. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high-calorie diet addresses malnutrition in AIDS clients, supporting nutritional needs and immune function.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a newly placed colostomy. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse the client has accepted their new altered body image?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Participating in ostomy care demonstrates acceptance and adaptation to the altered body image.