ATI LPN
ATI LPN LEVEL 3 Med Surg Resp Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions with a parent of a 6-year-old child who has just had a tonsillectomy. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of postoperative care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuous swallowing may indicate bleeding, a serious complication post-tonsillectomy, requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has developed atelectasis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increasing dyspnea is expected in atelectasis due to reduced lung volume from collapsed alveoli, impairing oxygenation and causing difficulty breathing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has respiratory alkalosis and is hyperventilating. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breathing into a paper bag helps increase carbon dioxide levels, correcting respiratory alkalosis caused by hyperventilation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, is the first-line treatment for acute asthma attacks, rapidly relieving bronchoconstriction.
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving oxygen therapy via a nasal cannula. When the client asks the nurse why he needs to have oxygen tubing in his nose, which of the following explanations about the cannula should the nurse give him?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A nasal cannula delivers low concentrations of oxygen (24-44%), suitable for clients needing supplemental oxygen without requiring high concentrations.