ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cohort 6 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse debriding a burn wound explains that the purpose of debridement is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Debridement removes necrotic tissue, reducing infection risk and fostering a healing environment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a wound. Which of the following pairings reflect the correct wound infection stage with description?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Colonization involves microorganisms without infection, unlike systemic or local infections with clinical signs.
Question 3 of 5
Which people have the greatest risk for serious complications secondary to herpes zoster infection? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Immunosuppression from prednisone, chemotherapy, or HIV increases risk of severe herpes zoster complications.
Question 4 of 5
A 73-year-old patient with diabetes was admitted for below the knee amputation of his right leg. Removal of his right leg is an example of which type of surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Amputation removes diseased tissue, classifying it as ablative surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client during fluid resuscitation for burns. Which of the following are used to evaluate the success of fluid resuscitation? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Blood pressure, level of consciousness, and urine output reflect adequate perfusion and organ function during fluid resuscitation.