ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical surgical 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is scheduled for a liver biopsy. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Platelets at 60,000/mm³ (
C) are below normal, increasing bleeding risk during a liver biopsy, necessitating provider notification.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus about reducing the risk for a stroke. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Losing excess weight (
C) reduces stroke risk by improving cardiovascular health, indicating correct understanding.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has peritonitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absent bowel sounds (
C) are expected in peritonitis due to inflammation causing ileus.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intermittent bolus enteral feedings through a jejunostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the head (
C) for 1 hour post-feeding prevents aspiration, a key safety measure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in skin traction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ensuring weights hang freely (
A) maintains proper traction alignment, critical for effectiveness.