ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient complains that his hearing aid is not working. What actions should a nurse implement to assess the device? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Checking battery placement, power status, and cleaning the earpiece are key troubleshooting steps.
Question 2 of 5
Which type of medication would be used to dilate the pupils before an eye examination?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adrenergic agents like phenylephrine dilate the pupils for eye examinations.
Question 3 of 5
Which implementation is appropriate in the care plan for a visually impaired person?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Announcing presence helps orient a visually impaired person to their environment.
Question 4 of 5
A patient undergoing a Weber test says that the sound is louder in her left ear. What should this result indicate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In the Weber test, sound lateralizing to the affected ear indicates conductive hearing loss in that ear.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who sustained a basal skull fracture. When performing morning hygiene care, the nurse notices a thin stream of clear drainage coming from out of the client's right nostril. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Testing for glucose confirms if the drainage is cerebrospinal fluid, indicating a serious complication.