ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous bladder irrigation following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Irrigation fluid not draining indicates a potential obstruction, requiring immediate reporting to prevent complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) via mechanical ventilation. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of PEEP?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: PEEP increases intrathoracic pressure, which can lead to tension pneumothorax by causing air accumulation in the pleural space, a life-threatening condition requiring close monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning postoperative care for a client who is scheduled for a thoracotomy with chest tube placement. Which of the following pieces of equipment should the nurse plan to have at the client's bedside?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A padded clamp occludes the chest tube during transport, preventing pneumothorax, unlike other equipment.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse observes smoke coming from a trash receptacle in the unit's waiting room. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Evacuating clients first ensures safety, following the RACE protocol for fire response.
Question 5 of 5
A case manager is performing a home visit for a client following a stroke. The client's partner is providing care in the home. The client's partner states that she sometimes feels exhausted. Which of the following referrals should the case manager recommend for the caregiver?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respite care offers temporary relief, addressing caregiver exhaustion, unlike other options not focused on caregiver support.