ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is collecting a culture of a wound. During the procedure, the patient asks what is a culture? Which of the following is the best response by the nurse to explain why she is culturing the wound?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A culture detects pathogens to guide treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about treatment of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: MRSA's resistance to antibiotics highlights the need for targeted therapy.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is taking a health history for a patient who is ill in the emergency room. The patient states that he has not been around anyone that has been sick lately. The nurse suspects the patient likely contracted the illness by indirect transmission. Which is an example of this type of transmission?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Indirect transmission occurs via contaminated objects like keyboards.
Question 4 of 5
There are limited amounts of influenza vaccine currently available in the clinic. Which individual should the nurse identify as having the highest priority to receive vaccination at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Older adults in congregate settings are at high risk for flu complications.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is admitted for treatment for a severe ulcerated pressure injury exhibiting signs of infection. The HCP prescribes open wet dressings to be applied every 6 hours for a period of 30 minutes for one week. For which part of the prescription does the nurse clarify with the physician?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clarification is needed to confirm the saline's temperature, as it may affect wound healing.