ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who is postoperative following a cataract extraction. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bending at the knees avoids increasing intraocular pressure post-cataract surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A patient who has had surgery this morning for cataracts is now going home. What should the nurse include when providing discharge instructions? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Avoiding heavy lifting, bending, and straining prevents increased intraocular pressure; sleeping on the affected side is contraindicated.
Question 3 of 5
A client with Meniere's disease is experiencing severe vertigo. Which instruction should the nurse give to the client to assist in controlling the vertigo?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding sudden head movements reduces vertigo in Meniere's disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client with bacterial conjunctivitis of the right eye, and a prescription for an antibiotic ophthalmic ointment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Applying ointment in a thin line into the conjunctival sac ensures effective medication delivery.
Question 5 of 5
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic agents when used to decrease IOP?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Osmotic agents like mannitol increase plasma osmolarity, drawing fluid from the eye to reduce IOP.