ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 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: B
Rationale: Low platelets (60,000/mm³) increase bleeding risk during a liver biopsy, requiring provider notification.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a halo vest after experiencing a cervical fracture 8 hr ago. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend including in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using the halo ring to reposition maintains cervical stability post-fracture.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the preparation of a client who is scheduled for a thoracentesis. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client during the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leaning forward allows access to the pleural space for fluid removal during thoracentesis.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Laboratory Results
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.
Postoperative day 1, 2345:
Client is anxious and restless. Reports pain in chest. Lung sounds clear bilaterally. Respirations are rapid and shallow. Skin cool and moist. Capillary refill 4 seconds. Radial and pedal pulses 1+. Abdominal wound dressing dry and intact.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is continuing to assist in the care of the client. After reviewing the client's electronic medical record, which of the following actions should the nurse recommend to take? Select the 3 actions the nurse should recommend to take.
Correct Answer: A,E,F
Rationale: Frequent vital signs, additional IV access, and oxygen address deteriorating status and potential embolism.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving treatment for cancer and is experiencing stomatitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help manage the condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cold items soothe the oral mucosa and reduce discomfort in stomatitis.