ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical surgical 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a blood glucose test. After performing hand hygiene and donning gloves, in which order should the nurse perform the following actions to obtain a capillary blood sample?
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D, E
Rationale: The document's order A, B, C, D, E matches the standard sequence: cleansing (
A), drying (
B), piercing (
C), squeezing (
D), and applying blood (E).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a right radical mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent the development of lymphedema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using the left arm (
A) avoids trauma to the right side, reducing lymphedema risk post-mastectomy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse enters a client's room and sees smoke coming from the bathroom. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting the client to safety (
D) is the first action in a fire situation, prioritizing client well-being.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who had a long arm cast applied 2 hours ago. Which of the following findings of the affected extremity should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cool fingers (
C) suggest impaired circulation, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled to undergo a bronchoscopy. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood-tinged sputum (
D) is expected post-bronchoscopy due to airway irritation, showing understanding.