ATI RN
ATI Custom Wn23 NS122 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has skeletal traction.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of infection at the pin sites?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fever indicates a systemic infection, likely from the pin sites, requiring urgent attention. Warmth (
A), mild erythema (
B), and serosanguineous drainage (
C) can be normal initially.
Extract:
A school nurse is screening an 11-year-old child for idiopathic scoliosis.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the child for the examination?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Adams Forward Bend Test, bending forward from the waist, screens for scoliosis by revealing spinal asymmetry. Neck movement (
A), side turning (
C), and lying prone (
D) do not assess the spine effectively.
Extract:
The nurse is talking to a parent about signs of developmental hip dysplasia.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse understands that which of the following is NOT a sign?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symmetry of the hips is normal and not a sign of developmental hip dysplasia. Limited abduction (
A), asymmetry, and femur shortening (
D) are signs, making B incorrect.
Extract:
A client in her first trimester with a low BMI is concerned about how weight gain will affect her appearance.
Question 4 of 5
How much weight gain should the nurse point out will be safe for this client with a low BMI?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Women with a low BMI (<18.5) should gain 28-40 pounds to support a healthy pregnancy, per guidelines. Other ranges apply to overweight (
A), mixed (
C), or normal-weight (
D) women.
Extract:
A client at 27 weeks' gestation still walks daily but reports 'terrible' heartburn at night.
Question 5 of 5
Which action should the nurse recommend to best address this situation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed prevents acid reflux, reducing heartburn safely. Exercise (
A) is beneficial, sodium bicarbonate (
B) is unsafe, and emergency care (
C) is unnecessary for heartburn.