ATI LPN
ATI PN adult Medical Surgical 2020 with NGN Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 24 hours postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sitting in a straight-backed chair maintains alignment, preventing hip dislocation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client during a routine physical exam. Which of the following locations should the nurse identify as the point of maximum impulse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The point of maximal impulse is typically at the fifth intercostal space, midclavicular line (
A).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has aspiration pneumonia and hypoxia. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Initiating fall precautions is important for safety, as hypoxia can cause confusion or weakness, increasing fall risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is reinforcing teaching about breast health with a client who has a family history of breast cancer. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A diet high in antioxidants can reduce cancer risk, beneficial for those with a family history.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days postoperative following an ileostomy placement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A retracting stoma may indicate complications like ischemia, requiring immediate reporting.