ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following the placement of a colostomy. Which of the following findings indicates the colostomy is functioning properly?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pinkish red stoma indicates healthy blood supply and is a sign that the colostomy is functioning properly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has a pulmonary embolism and is experiencing dyspnea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High Fowler's position improves breathing and oxygenation, the priority for dyspnea.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the ABG values of a client who has pneumonia. Which of the following findings indicates the client is developing respiratory acidosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A PaCO2 of 55 mm Hg indicates respiratory acidosis due to carbon dioxide retention.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has just returned home following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing cords against the wall reduces tripping hazards, critical post-hip arthroplasty.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 24 hours postoperative following abdominal surgery. The client received an opioid analgesic 1 hour ago and now reports a pain level of 2 on a scale of 0 to 10. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Repositioning can alleviate discomfort at a low pain level, preventing complications.