ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin 1.5 mg/kg subcutaneously to a client who weighs 175 lb. How many mg should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 119
Rationale: Client weight is 175 lb = 79.55 kg (175 ÷ 2.2). Dose = 1.5 mg/kg × 79.55 kg = 119.325 mg, rounded to 119 mg.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who had abdominal surgery 6 weeks ago. Which of the following images indicates the client's wound is healing by primary intention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Primary intention healing occurs when wound edges are well-approximated, leading to minimal scarring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client following a tonsillectomy who is alert and has an SpO2 of 93% on room air. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Semi-Fowler position improves oxygenation and comfort post-tonsillectomy.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about dietary intake to promote wound healing. Which of the following vitamins should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin C is crucial for collagen formation and wound healing.