ATI LPN
PN Adult Medical Surgical 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 24 hr postoperative following abdominal surgery. The client received an opioid analgesic 1hr ago and now reports a pain level of 2 on a scale of 0 to 10. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Repositioning relieves discomfort at a low pain level without additional medication.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is to receive a transfusion of packed red blood cells (PRBCs). Which of the following solutions should be administered with PRBCs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride) is compatible with PRBCs, preventing hemolysis or clotting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 24 hr postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sitting in a straight-backed chair prevents flexion contractures and promotes healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing skin care teaching with a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Sunscreen, gentle drying, and lotion prevent lupus flare-ups and skin damage; astringents irritate skin.