ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An elderly client presents to the emergency room with a family member. The family member reports that the elderly client has been vomiting and not eating or drinking for 2 days. This morning the elderly client became confused, which is new. The nurse knows the elderly client probably has which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Delirium is an acute, temporary confusion often caused by dehydration or illness, fitting the client's symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a patient who is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of a kidney stone. Which of the following interventions would the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Straining all urine is essential for collecting and analyzing any stones that pass, which can help determine their composition and guide treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Logrolling prevents strain on the spine post-lumbar laminectomy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a urine output of 250 mL in a 24-hour period. Which of the following terms should the nurse use to document this finding in the electronic record?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oliguria is the term used to describe a significantly reduced urine output, defined as less than 400 mL in a 24-hour period in adults. The client's urine output of 250 mL in 24 hours falls within this range.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for managing urinary incontinence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging the client to perform Kegel exercises regularly is highly effective for managing urinary incontinence by strengthening pelvic floor muscles.