ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days post-operative from a right hip arthroplasty. While transferring to a chair, the client cries out in pain. The nurse should examine the client for which of the following manifestations of dislocation of the hip prosthesis.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shortening of the leg is a classic sign of hip dislocation post-arthroplasty.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is collecting data on a patient with a left tibia fracture. Which of the following findings is a priority finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An absent pedal pulse indicates compromised circulation, a critical issue requiring urgent intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following shoulder surgery. The client has a prescription to keep the affected arm adducted. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adduction involves holding the arm against the side of the body to maintain proper positioning.