ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When is the best time for the nurse to apply prescribed ointment to a patient with an inflamed skin rash?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Applying ointment after bathing ensures the skin is clean, enhancing absorption and effectiveness.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has developed a Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection following antibiotic therapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bleach effectively kills C. diff spores, preventing environmental transmission.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse inserts an indwelling urinary catheter for a client who is preoperative. Three days later, the client develops a urinary tract infection. The nurse should identify that the client has which of the following types of infections?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The UTI is linked to the catheter, a healthcare-associated infection.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following interventions can help manage pain associated with impaired skin integrity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Analgesics directly reduce pain, unlike the other options, which may not address pain or could worsen the condition.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following infections would the nurse recognize as being a health care-associated infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pneumonia acquired in the hospital is a classic healthcare-associated infection.