ATI LPN
PN ATI Learning System Medical Surgical Final Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to have his chest tube removed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Auscultating the lungs after removal can help assess the respiratory status and detect any signs of pneumothorax, such as diminished or absent breath sounds.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a low-cholesterol diet with a client who had a myocardial infarction. Which of the following meal selections by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chicken breast and corn on the cob are low in cholesterol and saturated fat, which can help lower the risk of heart disease.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a weekly weight for a client who has obesity and osteoarthritis and is on a weight management program. The nurse determines that the client gained 1.36 kg (3 lb) in the past week. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This statement is empathetic and supportive. It shows that the nurse is interested in the client's situation and wants to help them identify and overcome any obstacles that may have affected their weight loss.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is 72 hr postoperative following an above-the-knee amputation. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assisting the client to a prone position every 4 hr can prevent hip flexion contractures and promote the range of motion of the hip joint.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who begins having a tonic-clonic seizure while sitting in a chair at the bedside. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lowering the client to the floor and protecting the head prevents injury during the seizure.