ATI LPN
ATI PN medical surgical exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client reports mid-abdominal pain rated as 7 on a scale of 1 to 10. The client states, 'I haven't had a bowel movement in 4 days and have vomited once or twice.' Which of the following should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Severe pain with constipation and vomiting suggests a possible bowel obstruction, requiring immediate provider evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a newly placed colostomy. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse the client has accepted their new altered body image?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Participating in ostomy care shows acceptance and adaptation to the new body image.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a group of newly licensed nurses about medication administration. The nurse should include that which of the following medications is administered using the Z-track method?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iron dextran requires the Z-track method to minimize skin irritation and staining.
Question 4 of 5
The client reports mid-abdominal pain rated as 7 on a scale of 1 to 10. The client states, 'I haven't had a bowel movement in 4 days and have vomited once or twice.' Which of the following should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Severe pain with constipation and vomiting suggests a possible bowel obstruction, requiring immediate provider evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who has hemophilia and is bleeding from a small laceration on his arm. After applying a sterile dressing, which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Direct pressure is the next step to control bleeding in hemophilia, given the clotting deficiency.