ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has a Jackson-Pratt drain in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A dependent position promotes gravity-assisted drainage, preventing fluid buildup.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following the placement of a colostomy. Which of the following findings indicates that the colostomy is functioning properly?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pinkish-red stoma indicates healthy perfusion and proper colostomy function.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about breast self-examinations. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Slight asymmetry in breast size is normal and not a concern unless sudden changes occur.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about increasing her intake of fiber. Which of the following foods should the nurse encourage the client to eat?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pears are a high-fiber fruit that promotes digestive health, unlike cheese, eggs, or yogurt, which contain little to no fiber.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days postoperative following an ileostomy placement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stoma retraction suggests complications like ischemia or obstruction.