ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is checking the skin of a client who has chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following signs should the nurse identify as indicative of a venous stasis ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Venous stasis ulcers are open sores with irregular borders due to chronic venous pooling.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for dressing change and hygiene measures. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure proper infection control?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hand washing before touching the sterile field is a fundamental infection control measure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently experienced a left-hemisphere stroke. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A left-hemisphere stroke often causes aphasia due to damage to language centers.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about complete proteins with a client who has AIDS. Which of the following foods should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cottage cheese provides complete protein, essential for AIDS patients to maintain muscle mass.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has hypernatremia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend to include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restricting sodium intake helps correct hypernatremia by reducing serum sodium levels.