ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about ostomy care with a client who has a new colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse instruct the client to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A purplish stoma indicates possible ischemia or poor blood supply, which requires immediate reporting to the provider.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting a provider with a thoracentesis for a client who is experiencing respiratory distress. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A chest x-ray post-thoracentesis is standard to check for complications like pneumothorax.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting instructions to two steps accommodates the cognitive limitations of Alzheimer's, aiding comprehension.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eating six small meals reduces stomach pressure and acid reflux, aligning with GERD management.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is to undergo a bone marrow aspiration. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding pressure post-procedure prevents bleeding at the aspiration site, a standard part of the process.