ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The nurse must remember in which way RA care is different from osteoarthritis care. What type of nursing care does the nurse specifically provide for the patient with RA?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: RA is a systemic autoimmune disease that can affect multiple body systems, requiring comprehensive monitoring, unlike osteoarthritis, which is primarily a degenerative joint disease.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who reports shoulder pain. Which of the following findings should cause the nurse to suspect that the client has a rotator cuff injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased pain with lifting the arm is characteristic of a rotator cuff injury.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the information?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heat and cold therapies are effective for managing RA pain and inflammation when used appropriately.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The nurse must remember in which way RA care is different from osteoarthritis care. What type of nursing care does the nurse specifically provide for the patient with RA?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: RA is a systemic autoimmune disease that can affect multiple body systems, requiring comprehensive monitoring, unlike osteoarthritis, which is primarily a degenerative joint disease.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about placement of a prosthesis with a client who is having a below the knee amputation. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Early prosthesis placement aids in quicker rehabilitation and earlier ambulation.