ATI RN
ATI Custom Medical Surgical Nurse Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about Russell's traction with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Russell's traction involves a sling under the knee with weights to immobilize and align a fractured femur. Other options describe different traction types or incorrect applications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty into a supine position. Which of the following actions is appropriate to prevent hip dislocation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A wedge pillow between the legs maintains proper alignment and prevents leg crossing or adduction, reducing the risk of hip dislocation. Trochanter rolls prevent external rotation, sandbags prevent foot drop, and footboards prevent plantar flexion contractures, none of which directly prevent dislocation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is collecting data from an older adult client who has a new diagnosis of osteoarthritis. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider will initially prescribe to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acetaminophen is typically the first-line treatment for mild to moderate osteoarthritis pain due to its safety profile. Other medications may be considered later.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a newly-admitted client who has acute osteomyelitis. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antibiotic therapy is the priority for acute osteomyelitis to treat the underlying infection. Nutrition, debridement, and antipyretics are supportive but secondary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is completing a neurovascular check for a client who had an open reduction internal fixation surgery. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as possible manifestations of compartment syndrome? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Absence of pulse, altered sensation, and cool skin indicate compartment syndrome due to increased pressure impairing blood flow and nerve function. Pain relief by narcotics and normal capillary refill are not typical signs.