ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about foot care with a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using the wrist to test water temperature prevents burns due to neuropathy in diabetic clients.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is assisting in the care of a client following a modified radical mastectomy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates effective coping?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wanting to view the surgical site shows acceptance and proactive coping.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is scheduled for a liver biopsy. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low platelets (60,000/mm³) increase bleeding risk during a liver biopsy, requiring provider notification.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client has a bladder infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changed mental status is a common sign of urinary tract infection in older adults.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about colorectal cancer. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ulcerative colitis increases colorectal cancer risk due to chronic inflammation.