ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 8 hr postoperative following abdominal surgery. The client's blood pressure is 94/56 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing the IV flow rate addresses potential hypovolemia, a common postoperative cause of low blood pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for alendronate for the treatment of osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting upright prevents esophageal irritation, a common side effect of alendronate.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing care for four clients following change-of-shift report. Which of the following clients should the nurse attend to first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased consciousness post-head injury indicates potential deterioration, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty and using a continuous passive motion (CPM) device. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aligning the knee with the CPM frame joint optimizes motion and healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is experiencing urinary incontinence. Which of the following client statements indicates the client has overflow incontinence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent dribbling is characteristic of overflow incontinence due to bladder overdistension.