ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which medical condition increases the risk of osteomyelitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes increases the risk of osteomyelitis due to impaired circulation, immune response, and wound healing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has an ankle sprain. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the ankle helps to reduce swelling and promote venous return, which is critical in managing an ankle sprain.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the treatment for an ankle fracture. Which of the following is a treatment option for fractures?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Casting immobilizes the fracture to allow proper healing.
Question 4 of 5
While collecting data from a client who has a cast on his right leg, a nurse locates an area on the cast that feels warm to the touch. The nurse also notices an odor in the area of the cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a complication to the client's condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Warmth and odor from the cast indicate an underlying infection, a significant complication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a right total hip arthroplasty. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client's right leg?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abduction helps prevent dislocation by keeping the prosthesis in a stable position.