ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to receive a client from surgery following a transverse colon resection with colostomy placement. The nurse should expect to assess the stoma at which of the following locations? (You will find hot spots to select in the artwork below. Select only the hot spot that corresponds to your answer.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The transverse colon stoma is typically located in the upper abdomen, corresponding to location B.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires protective isolation following a hematopoietic stem cell transplant. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to protect the client from infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An N95 respirator protects the immunocompromised client from airborne pathogens.
Question 3 of 5
A client who is deaf and communicates using sign language is being admitted by a nurse who does not know sign language. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An interpreter ensures accurate communication during the admission process.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 hr postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent venous thromboembolism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Foot circumduction promotes venous return, preventing thromboembolism.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who had a total thyroidectomy 4 hr ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Muscle twitching may indicate hypocalcemia due to parathyroid gland damage during thyroidectomy.