ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical surgical 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a sterile dressing change for a client who has a stage III pressure ulcer. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Offering pain medication (
B) is correct as it addresses discomfort from a stage III pressure ulcer dressing change, prioritizing client comfort.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's medical history to identify risk factors for osteoporosis. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings is a risk factor for developing osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking cigarettes (
B) is a known risk factor for osteoporosis as it decreases bone density.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who was admitted with an exacerbation of COPD. Which of the following should the nurse include in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Small, frequent meals (
D) minimize respiratory effort, aiding COPD exacerbation management.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a sterile urine specimen from a client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow. Use all the steps.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D, E
Rationale: The document lists A, B, C, D, E: wiping the port (
A), documenting (
B), transferring urine (
C), aspirating (
D), and clamping (E), though clamping typically occurs first to collect urine.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a subdural hematoma following a motor-vehicle crash. For which of the following findings should the nurse identify that the client is experiencing an increase in intracranial pressure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Delayed responses (
D) indicate rising intracranial pressure affecting brain function.