ATI LPN
PN ATI Learning System Medical Surgical Final Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer timolol eye drops for a client who has glaucoma. When instilling the medication, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying pressure to the bridge of the nose after instillation prevents systemic absorption and adverse effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a client who sustained a fall. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of a skull fracture?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clear fluid from the nares indicates a cerebrospinal fluid leak, a sign of a skull fracture.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying preferred foods helps tailor dietary teaching to the client's habits and needs.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse enters a client's home and finds a used insulin syringe, without a cap, on the table. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the syringe in a puncture-proof disposal container can prevent accidental injuries and infections, and comply with the local regulations for sharps disposal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client during a sickle cell crisis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering oxygen via nasal cannula can improve the oxygen saturation and prevent further sickling of the red blood cells.