ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: C
Rationale: Six small meals reduce stomach acid reflux, aligning with GERD management.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty and using a continuous passive motion (CPM) device. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aligning the knee with the CPM frame joint optimizes motion and healing.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Diagnostic Results
Intake and Output
Postoperative day 1, 0900:
Client admitted following surgical removal of an abdominal abscess. Client alert and oriented to person, place, and time. Lung sounds clear bilaterally. Skin warm and dry to touch. Capillary refill 2 seconds. Radial and pedal pulses 2+. Abdominal wound dressing dry and intact.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is continuing to assist in the care of the client. For each data collection finding, click to specify if the finding on postoperative day 1 is consistent with hypovolemic shock or pulmonary embolism. Each finding may support more than 1 disease process or none at all.
| Options | Hypovolemic Shock | Pulmonary Embolism |
|---|---|---|
| Heart rate | ||
| Respiratory effort | ||
| Pain | ||
| Blood pressure | ||
| Mentation |
Correct Answer:
Rationale: At 0900, findings are normal, not indicating hypovolemic shock or pulmonary embolism.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires seizure precautions. Which of the following equipment should the nurse place at the client's bedside?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A suction machine is essential to clear the airway during a seizure, preventing aspiration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a young adult client who has testicular cancer and expresses concern about their sexual function following an orchiectomy of the involved testicle. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A single orchiectomy does not typically impair erectile function, addressing the client's concern accurately.