ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam 3 Fall 2023 Questions
Extract:
A male preoperative client who has already signed the informed consent for a surgical procedure confides to the practical nurse (PN) that he is really frightened and unsure about undergoing the surgery.
Question 1 of 5
Which priority action should the PN take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When a client expresses fear and uncertainty about undergoing surgery, it is important for the practical nurse (PN) to communicate this information to the charge nurse or the healthcare provider. By notifying the appropriate person, the PN ensures that the client's concerns are addressed and appropriate interventions can be implemented.
Extract:
A client with a compound fracture of the left ankle is being discharged with a below-the-knee cast.
Question 2 of 5
Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) provide to the client prior to discharge?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The instruction to never scratch under the cast is crucial for preventing complications and maintaining the integrity of the cast, avoiding skin damage or infection.
Extract:
A male preoperative client who has already signed the informed consent for a surgical procedure confides to the practical nurse (PN) that he is really frightened and unsure about undergoing the surgery.
Question 3 of 5
Which priority action should the PN take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When a client expresses fear and uncertainty about undergoing surgery, it is important for the practical nurse (PN) to communicate this information to the charge nurse or the healthcare provider. By notifying the appropriate person, the PN ensures that the client's concerns are addressed and appropriate interventions can be implemented.
Extract:
A group of clients on the urology medical unit.
Question 4 of 5
The practical nurse (PN) is assigning care for a group of clients on the urology medical unit. Which client care interventions should the PN assign to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Transporting a urine culture sample to the laboratory (
A) and emptying a bedside drainage unit (E) are routine, non-invasive tasks within the UAP's scope. Obtaining PVR volume (
B), teaching (
C), and catheter irrigation (
D) require clinical judgment and skills beyond UAP training.
Extract:
A school-age child who has hemophilia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a school-age child who has hemophilia about participating in school sports. Which of the following sports should the nurse recommend for the child? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swimming (
D) is a low-impact sport that minimizes the risk of injury and joint stress, making it an ideal choice for children with hemophilia, a bleeding disorder where contact sports like basketball (
A), gymnastics (
B), and soccer (
C) increase bleeding risk.