ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client that has osteomyelitis of an open wound on his heel. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Osteomyelitis often requires long-term intravenous antibiotics, and a central catheter line is typically used for this purpose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who has a cast on her right ankle following an open reduction and internal fixation procedure. The nurse should monitor for which of the following findings to identify compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain unrelieved by medication is a hallmark sign of compartment syndrome, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 3 of 5
Which medical condition increases the risk of osteomyelitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes increases the risk of osteomyelitis due to impaired circulation, immune response, and wound healing.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a patient with an external fixation for a fracture involving severe bone damage. What is the priority of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infection at the pin and wound sites is a major risk with external fixation and requires vigilant monitoring and care.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a right total hip arthroplasty. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client's right leg?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abduction helps prevent dislocation by keeping the prosthesis in a stable position.