ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has AIDS and malnutrition. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high-calorie diet addresses malnutrition common in AIDS due to increased metabolic needs.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client. The laboratory results indicate abnormalities. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring for dehydration is a proactive response to lab abnormalities that might indicate fluid imbalance.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is two days postoperative following abdominal surgery. The nurse auscultates hypoactive bowel sounds, and the client reports cramping abdominal pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Requesting NPO status prevents further irritation of the gut while hypoactive bowel sounds and pain are assessed.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse at a rehabilitation facility is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has had a below-the-knee amputation. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Peer support from another amputee can aid emotional adjustment and provide practical insights.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a 30-year-old client who is concerned about cervical cancer. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Current guidelines recommend Pap and HPV testing every 5 years for women aged 30-65, assuming normal results.