ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cohort 6 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for several clients. Which of the following clients is most prone to skin infections?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chemotherapy weakens the immune system, increasing susceptibility to infections, including skin infections.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a new skin inflammation on the chest. Which of the following is an important assessment question to ask the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying exposure to irritants is key to determining the cause of skin inflammation, as it may indicate contact dermatitis or allergic reactions.
Extract:
Admission Notes:
36 y/o female with bilateral leg burns.
NKFDA.
Health history of asthma and seasonal allergies.
Wound Assessment:
Bilateral leg burns present with a white and leather Like appearance.
No blisters or bleeding present.
Patient rates pain 2/10 on a scale of 0 to 1 0
Question 3 of 5
A nurse reviews the following data in the chart of a patient with burn injuries: Based on the data provided, how would the nurse categorize this patients injuries?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: White, leather-like burns without blisters indicate full-thickness damage, extending through the entire skin.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is giving a preoperative patient a dose of famotidine (Pepcid). The patient asks why the nurse is giving this drug when the patient has no history of ulcers. What response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Famotidine reduces stomach acid, helping prevent stress-induced ulcers during surgery, providing a clear and accurate explanation.
Question 5 of 5
What would be considered early signs/symptoms of pressure injury (Stage 1)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure injuries show nonblanchable redness on intact skin, indicating early tissue damage.