ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Cohort 6 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the common factor for etiology and pathophysiology of folliculitis, furuncles, and carbuncles?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: These conditions all involve bacterial infection or inflammation of hair follicles, primarily by Staphylococcus aureus.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a new skin inflammation on the chest. Which of the following is an important assessment question to ask the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying exposure to irritants is key to determining the cause of skin inflammation, as it may indicate contact dermatitis or allergic reactions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient with hypokalemia, she notes that the patient's handgrip strength has diminished since the previous assessment 1 hour ago. What action does the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia can weaken respiratory muscles, so assessing respiratory status is critical to detect compromise.
Extract:
History and Physical
0820:
20-year-old client presents to the emergency department with severe burns. Client Is grimacing and rates pain as 5 on a scale of 0 to 10. Patent airway, No Increased work of breathing.
Vital signs
0820:
• Blood pressure 140/80mmHg
• Heart rate 110/min
• Respiratory rate 25/min
• SaO2 98% on room air
• Temp 36.1 degrees
Assessment
2030:
Client is screaming and crying in pain. Client reports pain as 10 on a scale of 0 to 10. Client is very anxious and is breathing rapidly. Patent airway. Lungs are clear to auscultation bilaterally.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has severe burns. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when caring for a client who has severe burns? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Opioids manage severe pain, and benzodiazepines address anxiety, both critical in burn care; ice water and antibiotics are not routinely indicated.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a community group about burn prevention. Which of the following is an example of a first-degree burn?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A sunburn affects only the epidermis, causing redness and pain without blisters, characteristic of a first-degree burn.