ATI LPN
ATI LPN Medical Surgical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about how to use an incentive spirometer with a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inhaling 10 times per use maximizes lung expansion and prevents atelectasis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in providing care for a client who has obstructive shock. Which of the following diagnoses should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cardiac tamponade causes obstructive shock by compressing the heart, reducing cardiac output.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with preoperative teaching for a client. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preoperative teaching is aimed at reducing anxiety by informing the patient about what to expect during and after surgery. This helps to reduce fear and stress, which can contribute to better postoperative outcomes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative from abdominal surgery. The client reports discomfort from abdominal distension and flatus. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ambulation stimulates peristalsis, helping to relieve gas and distension.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse and a newly licensed nurse are providing care for a client who has distributive shock. How should the nurse explain the pathophysiology of distributive shock to the newly licensed nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Distributive shock involves systemic vasodilation, reducing vascular resistance and tissue perfusion.