ATI LPN
Fundamental of Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
A patient who has returned to the surgical nursing unit from the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) is drowsy and requires verbal stimulation to remain aroused.
Question 1 of 5
A patient who has returned to the surgical nursing unit from the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) is drowsy and requires verbal stimulation to remain aroused. The best position to maintain an airway for this patient is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The side-lying position prevents aspiration and maintains a patent airway by allowing secretions to drain.
Extract:
An anesthetized patient has tensed muscles and irregular respirations.
Question 2 of 5
The circulating nurse notes that the anesthetized patient has tensed muscles and irregular respirations. The nurse is aware that the patient has reached stage:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stage II (excitement stage) involves tensed muscles and irregular respirations, requiring a quiet environment to minimize agitation.
Extract:
A patient requires surgery to remove a bullet from his neck.
Question 3 of 5
The patient requires surgery to remove a bullet from his neck. This surgery is classified as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing a bullet from the neck is an emergency surgery to address immediate life-threatening injury.
Extract:
A patient is to undergo breast implants following a total mastectomy.
Question 4 of 5
The patient is to undergo breast implants following a total mastectomy. This surgery is classified as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breast implants post-mastectomy restore appearance, classifying the surgery as reconstructive.
Extract:
A patient is ready for discharge following same day surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is ready for discharge following same day surgery. The education plan for this patient includes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anesthesia effects linger, impairing cognition and motor skills, so patients should avoid driving or decisions for 24 hours.