ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a patient with an external fixation for a fracture involving severe bone damage. What is the priority of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infection at the pin and wound sites is a major risk with external fixation and requires vigilant monitoring and care.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was in a MVA (motor vehicle accident) two days ago and sustained fractures to his tibia, ulna and ribs. The client is disoriented to time and place, has Sa02 of 87% and the nurse notices general petechiae over the client's chest. Which complication should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fat embolism syndrome presents with respiratory distress, neurological symptoms, and petechiae, common after long bone fractures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer clindamycin palmitate 225 mg PO to a client. Available is clindamycin palmitate oral suspension 75 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 15 mL
Rationale: Dose required: 225 mg, Concentration available: 75 mg/5 mL, mL required: (225 mg ÷ 75 mg) × 5 mL = 15 mL.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing preoperative care for a patient who is scheduled for joint replacement the next day. What should the nurse include with care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preoperative skin cleaning with antibacterial cloths is crucial to reduce the risk of postoperative infections.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following strategies is most effective in preventing osteoporosis in older adults?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking or lifting weights, are the most effective in promoting bone health and preventing osteoporosis.