ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a client who has sustained deep partial-thickness burns to the back of both legs. Which of the following actions should the nurse anticipate taking?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Changing gloves prevents cross-contamination of burn wounds.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the partner of a client who requires tracheal suctioning. Which of the following statements by the partner indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suction pressure of 80-120 mmHg is safe and effective for tracheal suctioning.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with care for a client who received a tuberculin skin test 72 hr ago. When collecting data from the test site, which of the following findings indicates a need for further testing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Induration over 10 mm suggests TB exposure, warranting further tests.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated PaCO2 indicates respiratory acidosis, a serious complication in heart failure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for alendronate for the treatment of osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Staying upright prevents esophageal irritation from alendronate.