ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cohort 6 Exam Questions
Extract:
Admission Notes:
36 y/o female with bilateral leg burns.
NKFDA.
Health history of asthma and seasonal allergies.
Wound Assessment:
Bilateral leg burns present with a white and leather Like appearance.
No blisters or bleeding present.
Patient rates pain 2/10 on a scale of 0 to 1 0
Question 1 of 5
A nurse reviews the following data in the chart of a patient with burn injuries: Based on the data provided, how would the nurse categorize this patients injuries?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: White, leather-like burns without blisters indicate full-thickness damage, extending through the entire skin.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse takes a client's temperature before giving a blood transfusion. The temperature is 100 F orally. The nurse reports the finding to the registered nurse (RN) and anticipates that which action will take place?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elevated temperature may indicate an underlying condition requiring evaluation before transfusion to ensure patient safety, making notification of the provider the appropriate action.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the client's medical record in the presurgical holding area. Which of the following places the client at risk for a surgical site infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diabetes impairs immune response and wound healing, increasing surgical site infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse assesses a patient's peripheral IV site and notices edema and tenderness above the site. What action will the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Edema and tenderness suggest infiltration, requiring immediate cessation of IV fluids to prevent tissue damage.
Question 5 of 5
A frail, older adult home health patient who had chickenpox as a child has been exposed to varicella (chickenpox) several days ago. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prior chickenpox infection typically confers immunity, reducing the risk of reinfection, so the nurse should recognize this immunity when planning care.