ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with external fixation for a fracture involving severe bone damage. Which is the most important focus for the nurse during care of this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring for infection is critical due to the high risk associated with external fixation devices.
Question 2 of 5
What is an appropriate nursing intervention for postoperative care of a patient with a fractured leg?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring for infection is critical to prevent and detect postoperative complications early.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has multiple fractures in his left leg and reports severe pain and tingling in the extremity. The nurse should suspect which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute compartment syndrome is characterized by increased pressure within a muscle compartment, leading to severe pain and tingling, consistent with the symptoms described.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a common symptom of osteomyelitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever is a common symptom of osteomyelitis due to the body's immune response to the bone infection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is taking care of a client with a displaced fracture. The nurse knows a displaced fracture is best described as?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A displaced fracture is characterized by misaligned bone ends, requiring reduction for proper healing.