ATI RN
ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A raised toilet seat prevents hip flexion beyond 90 degrees, reducing dislocation risk post-hip arthroplasty.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who reports that they cannot afford their prescribed medication. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A social worker can assist with financial resources, addressing the client's medication affordability issue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has osteomyelitis in their left leg. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as requiring a referral?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated WBC (20,000/mm³) suggests persistent infection, requiring referral for further evaluation.
Question 4 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?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A transverse colostomy stoma is typically located in the upper abdomen, near the midline.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for the family of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Structured activities help maintain cognitive function and provide routine, which is beneficial for clients with Alzheimer's disease.
Too much stimulation can be overwhelming, a dark room may disorient, and a monthly calendar may not be useful due to memory impairment.