ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the patient for respiratory complications of immobility. Which action will the nurse take assessing the respiratory system?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Auscultate the entire lung region to assess lung sounds. This is important because immobility can lead to decreased lung expansion and secretion retention, which can result in respiratory complications. Auscultating the entire lung region helps the nurse to detect any abnormal lung sounds such as crackles or wheezes that may indicate respiratory issues. Option B is incorrect as it pertains to the frequency of assessments rather than the specific action for respiratory assessment. Option C is incorrect as chest wall movements should be assessed throughout the respiratory cycle, not just during expiration. Option D is incorrect as focusing auscultation only on the upper lung fields may miss abnormalities in the lower lung fields.
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