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ATI Comprehensive 2023 With NGN 180 Questions And Answers Questions
Extract:
The nurse is continuing to care for the child
Diagnostic Results
1100:
X-ray of right arm: nondisplaced fracture of radius and ulna at the midpoint.
Assessment
1000:
Child is alert and appears developmentally appropriate for their age and well nourished.
Respirations easy and unlabored. Abdomen nondistended. Right forearm and fingers are
edematous. Ecchymotic area noted on outer aspect of the forearm. Radial pulse +2. Fingers
slightly cool to touch. Child can move fingers and reports a mild "tingling" sensation. Child
verbalizes a pain level of 4 on a scale of 0 to 10. Abrasion noted on right knee. No active
bleeding. Multiple areas of bruising noted on lower extremities in various stages of healing
1145:
Edema in right forearm and fingers is mildly increased. Child states that mild tingling in fingers
is unchanged. Able to move all fingers equally. Radial pulse is equal in both extremities, Right
hand fingers are slightly cooler than left hand fingers.
Question 1 of 5
Select the 3 priority actions that the nurse should take.
Correct Answer: B,C,F
Rationale: Administering pain relief, protecting the abrasion, and elevating the limb reduce swelling and promote comfort.
Extract:
The nurse is continuing to care for the child
Provider Prescriptions
1030:
Obtain x-rays of right arm, wrist, and elbow.
1145:
Ibuprofen 200 mg PO PRN pain rating of 5 on a scale of 0 to 10
Consult orthopedic department for cast application.
1400:
Discharge to home.
Follow-up in office in 2 weeks.
Review synthetic cast care instructions with child and family.
Question 2 of 5
After reviewing the discharge instructions with the family, which of the following statements by a parent indicate an understanding of the teaching? Click to specify if the statement reflects an understanding or indicates a need for reinforcement.
| Parent Statement | Reflects Understanding | Needs Reinforcement |
|---|---|---|
| We should notify the provider if the cast becomes loose over time. | ||
| It is important that our child avoids placing anything inside the cast. | ||
| We should prop the casted arm on pillows for the next 24 hours. | ||
| We should expect the swelling and tingling to worsen before it gets better. | ||
| We need to be very careful about how we handle the cast for the first 2 days while it dries. |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Statements A, B, C, and E reflect correct understanding. Expecting worsening symptoms (
D) requires clarification as it may indicate complications.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing. 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
Action to Take
Potential Condition
Parameter to Monitor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gout is characterized by elevated uric acid levels and responds to dietary modifications. Monitoring uric acid ensures treatment effectiveness.
Extract:
A nurse in an antepartum unit is caring for a client.
Nurses' Notes
2000:
Client is 38-year-old, G4 P3 at 38 weeks of gestation. Presents for evaluation of labor and
spontaneous rupture of membranes (SROM). Client states, "My water broke a couple of hours
ago and is a greenish color." Client also reports contractions began about 4 hr ago and have
become consistently stronger and closer together.
Electronic fetal monitor applied. Small amount of thin green fluid noted on perineal pad.
Contraction palpated, lasted 40 seconds, moderate in intensity. Fetal heart rate (FHR) 165/min.
Vaginal examination performed: cervix 4 cm dilated, 70% effaced, 0 station, vertex presentation.
Client reports a history of chronic hypertension that has been well-controlled during this
pregnancy. Also, states were diagnosed with gestational diabetes at 28 weeks of gestation.
Vital Signs
2000:
Temperature 36.7° C (98.1° F)
Heart rate 98/min
Respiratory rate 20/min
Blood pressure 128/84 mm Hg
Oxygen saturation 98% on room air
Question 4 of 5
Select the 2 findings that require immediate follow-up.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: An elevated fetal heart rate and meconium-stained amniotic fluid indicate potential distress, necessitating urgent intervention.
Extract:
A nurse in an antepartum unit is caring for a client.
Nurses' Notes
2000:
Client is 38-year-oid, G4 P3 at 38 weeks of gestation. Presents for evaluation of labor and
spontaneous rupture of membranes (SROM). Client states, "My water broke a couple of hours
ago and is a greenish color.” Client also reports contractions began about 4 hr ago and have
become consistently stronger and closer together.
Electronic fetal monitor applied. Small amount of thin green fluid noted on perineal pad.
Contraction palpated, lasted 40 seconds, moderate in intensity. Fetal heart rate (FHR) 165/min.
Vaginal examination performed: cervix 4 cm dilated, 70% effaced, 0 station, vertex presentation.
Client reports a history of chronic hypertension that has been well-controlled during this
pregnancy. Also states was diagnosed with gestational diabetes at 28 weeks of gestation.
Question 5 of 5
For each potential assessment finding, click to specify if the finding is consistent with chorioamnionitis or preeclampsia. Each finding may support more than one disease process. Note: Each column must have at least 1 response option selected.
| Findings | Chorioamnionitis | Preeclampsia |
|---|---|---|
| Elevated uric acid level | ||
| Blurred vision | ||
| Decreased platelet count | ||
| Purulent amniotic fluid | ||
| Fever |
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Findings like fever, purulent amniotic fluid, decreased platelets, and elevated uric acid support chorioamnionitis. Blurred vision is more indicative of preeclampsia.