ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a potential side effect of peritoneal dialysis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal pain is a potential side effect of peritoneal dialysis. The dialysis process involves the infusion of dialysis solution into the peritoneal cavity, which can cause discomfort or pain in some clients.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for managing urinary incontinence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging the client to perform Kegel exercises regularly is highly effective for managing urinary incontinence by strengthening pelvic floor muscles.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a complete spinal cord transection injury. The client's family asks the nurse what the term paraplegia means. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Paraplegia is the loss of motor and sensory function in the lower body and legs due to spinal cord injury.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of support for a client who is 1 day postoperative following spinal fusion. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Log rolling prevents spinal strain post-spinal fusion.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is obtaining a history on a patient with a diagnosis of bladder cancer. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in the patient's history?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Tobacco use is a well-known risk factor for bladder cancer. Carcinogens in tobacco are excreted in the urine, increasing the likelihood of developing bladder cancer.