ATI RN
ATI Nurs285 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Medical History
Nurses Notes
Diagnostic Results
Client is admitted to the rehabilitation unit following a hip fracture 7 days ago. Client has limited mobility and requires full assistance to turn and transfer out of bed.
Question 1 of 5
The client is at risk for developing [Pulmonary embolism] and [Deep vein thrombosis].
| Diarrhea |
| Hypocalcemia |
| Pulmonary embolism |
| Deep vein thrombosis |
| Diarrhea |
| Hypocalcemia |
| Hypertension |
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Limited mobility and recent hip fracture increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis, which can lead to pulmonary embolism.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has a fracture of the forearm. The parent tells the nurse that the provider said it was a greenstick fracture and asks what that means. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A greenstick fracture, common in children, involves the bone breaking on one side and bending on the other due to bone flexibility.
Question 3 of 5
A patient hospitalized with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is being discharged home on oxygen therapy. Which instruction should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Continuous oxygen therapy, including during sleep, is essential for maintaining adequate oxygen saturation in COPD patients.
Question 4 of 5
A 70-year-old client in a nursing home is found wandering in the hall and has a new onset confusion. Which action should the registered nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the client's lung fields and temperature is the first priority because new onset confusion in an older adult is often a symptom of an underlying medical issue, such as infection or hypoxia. Early assessment helps identify the cause and guide appropriate interventions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a fractured tibia as a result of a fall. The client's x-ray shows that the bone is splintered into several pieces around the shaft. The nurse should identify that the client has which of the following types of fractures?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A comminuted fracture involves the bone breaking into multiple fragments, matching the description of splintering into several pieces.