ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 3 Fall 2023 Questions
Extract:
A client reports experiencing numbness and tingling in the extremities.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the client's serum laboratory values should the practical nurse (PN) prioritize reporting to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When a client reports experiencing numbness and tingling in the extremities, it is crucial for the practical nurse (PN) to prioritise reporting the client's electrolyte levels to the healthcare provider. Electrolytes are essential minerals that help maintain the balance of fluids in the body and enable proper nerve and muscle function. Imbalances in electrolyte levels can lead to neurological symptoms, including numbness and tingling.
Extract:
A client who is newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse provides education to a client who is newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Which client statements indicate the need for additional teaching? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: I should not exercise...' (
B) is false as exercise benefits MS without triggering exacerbations. 'I should alternate the eye patch...' (
C) is incorrect as patching isn’t effective for MS-related double vision and needs medical oversight. Other statements are accurate.
Extract:
A client with diabetes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing for an initial home care visit for a client with diabetes. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Asking how they manage (
A), arranging future visits (
C), and discussing with family (E) foster collaboration and care continuity. Entering the bedroom uninvited (
B) violates privacy, and thanking for arranging (
D) misrepresents the nurse’s role.
Extract:
A 16-year-old client is asking the practical nurse (PN) what can be done about acne.
Question 4 of 5
Which recommendation should the PN provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acne is a common skin condition that often requires specialized treatment. The most appropriate recommendation for a 16-year-old client seeking treatment for acne is to refer them to a dermatologist, who can assess and provide tailored treatment options.
Extract:
A client receiving rehabilitation for paralysis following a spinal cord injury and is diagnosed with reflex incontinence.
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving rehabilitation for paralysis following a spinal cord injury and is diagnosed with reflex incontinence. Which of the following is the highest priority intervention the nurse should include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing regular perineal care prevents skin breakdown and infection, the highest priority for managing reflex incontinence in this client.