ATI LPN
ATI LPN LEVEL 3 Med Surg Resp Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has developed atelectasis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increasing dyspnea is expected in atelectasis due to reduced lung volume from collapsed alveoli, impairing oxygenation and causing difficulty breathing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions with a parent of a 6-year-old child who has just had a tonsillectomy. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of postoperative care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuous swallowing may indicate bleeding, a serious complication post-tonsillectomy, requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nebulizer treatments. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Keeping medication in the nebulizer at all times can lead to contamination or improper dosing; medication should be added only before each treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, is the first-line treatment for acute asthma attacks, rapidly relieving bronchoconstriction.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a pneumothorax and a water-seal chest tube drainage system to suction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maintaining the drainage container below the client's chest prevents backflow of fluid or air into the pleural space, ensuring effective drainage and preventing complications.