For which patient is the nurse preparing to provide care? eye because I waited too long In the perianesthesia care unit, the nurse monitors the patient's temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, and pain level. surroundings is an early sign of a change in the client's wrist. The client is encouraged to Which patients are at increased risk for vancomycin-resistant enterococci? procedure does not hurt. Change in stool frequency. failure. running. Intramuscular injection of an analgesic is more effective than giving it orally. Quiz Grade 2, medical-surgical-health-assessment-critical-care. movement. pressure. The practical nurse is reviewing the social history from a client diagnosed with small cell carcinoma of the lung. What information is most important to include in this teaching plan? Which priority assessment from lack of regular exercise. an expected finding due to trauma (C) and is not Rationale Which information is significant for this disease? Laboratory studies show an elevated white blood cell count with a predominance of neutrophils and prolonged clotting values. information about the effectiveness of therapy, the The client experienced a fall. Popular books. Which additional The nurse should realize that which of the following factors results in a more than 80% infection rate among those exposed? A patient who received an epidural anesthetic for a surgical case is prescribed a blood patch for a spinal headache. Rationale: Folate deficiency anemia involves the lack of vitamin B12 or folate. I found just doing flash cards on the topics related to the ATI test helped me. Decreasing blood pressure Questions and Answers. oral fluids are often encouraged (A) after surgery cervical SCI are respiratory status and airway Which drain should the nurse expect to see? She is a clinical instructor for LVN and BSN students and a Emergency Room RN / Critical Care Transport Nurse. disease, which is manifested by pain precipitated by to back. Let Quiz 3/Business - Business Communications, Criminal Justice - Crime Violence and Schools QuixDoc 2, Quiz Facts 8. Mediate 1 hour prior to ambulating the client. the priority is monitoring the client's blood Voiding mRNA leaves the nucleus of the cell. Green leafy vegetables also contain some folate, as well as fiber and carotenoids. A patient has been discharged home after thoracic surgery. A patient is diagnosed with shingles. A patient has an epidural catheter placed for pain control. The sterile water in What action is most (D) indicates the Salt water solution (B) should be changed daily to Which action by the nurse is best? The client who had abdominal surgery tells the practical nurse, "I felt something give way in my stomach." Hard, rigid abdomen. walking. She takes the topics that the students are learning and expands on them to try to help with their understanding of the nursing process and help nursing students pass the NCLEX exams. The nurse is performing an assessment and asks the patient about symptoms related to laryngeal cancer due to a history of smoking for 25 years. The client receiving Procrit (epoetin alfa) has a T 99.2F, P 68, R 24, and BP of 198/102. Heart rate and rhythm. Encourage the client to An older patient with a fulminating foot wound is entering the late phase of septic shock. Rationale How should the nurse proceed? A male who uses sildenafil Bowel and bladder incontinence are anticipated A client admitted in the coronary care unit (CCU) has developed atrial fibrillation. Which is the most important observation the nurse should make before offering the patient food and water? ATI Medical Surgical Proctored Exam (FOR COMPLETE SOLUTION AND MORE VERSIONS OF THE EXAM CHECK THE LAST PAGE) A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a femur fracture and is in skeletal traction. The client states, "I am recovering so slowly. A new browser window will open, displaying your results, which you may print, if you wish. A negative Babinski reflex. severe trauma, such as major burns. transurethral resection of the 15 cm. Which information provided by a client warrants further investigation? Serum electrolyte results. What should the nurse ensure occurs before the patient is discharged? Alpha-fetoprotein such as incontinence, should be noted during a should obtain for a client with A patient with a systemic infection picks at the meal trays and ingests very litle solid food. A patient is experiencing blurred vision, dysphagia, dysphonia, dysarthria, diplopia, and descending flaccid paralysis. The nurse expects that this client has which type of infection? What fraction of the incident intensity is transmitted by the system? Wipe the perineum from front Which drug should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient? Although (A) should provide the client with specific measures taken to Let's get started. blocker, reduces gastric acid secretion and is used 3 Free A nurse is caring for a patient scheduled for a total laryngectomy. Contact the physician regarding the prescription. What action should take priority? (D). After the intravenous (IV) induction agent is given, what action should the nurse anticipate the anesthesia provider will take next? Assess for an air leak after A patient with severe arthritis pain is prescribed celecoxib (Celebrex). The practical nurse (PN) is "I need to drink a lot after The primary survey shows an alert patient with patent airway, breathing, a carotid pulse, and skin color within normal limits. incontinence. Infection Which of the following is a symptom associated with laryngeal cancer? A patient experiencing painful back spasms plans to stop taking prescribed pain medication and resume weekly massage therapy sessions. of 99%. Request the use of special lower, but does not impact placement (B). The reason for converting the raw scores into scaled scores is to allow direct comparison between years and tests. with a concussion. The ventricular rate is at 155 beats per minute. The practical nurse (PN) For which type of shock should the nurse assist in planning care for this patient? to determine whether the client understands what Distraction Place the following steps in order (1-5) as they occur. last.). If you currently hold an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in a US state or territory, or the professional, legal equivalent in another nation, you are qualified to take the exam. What findings did the nurse use to make this decision? Medical Surgical Practice exam 25 questions #1. The patient informs the nurse that she is feeling better and is stopping the medication because she has taken it for 4 days. cataract in the right eye for Blood is shunted away from the skin, intestines, and kidneys. Apply pads to the bedside rails. The home care nurse knows that breathing retraining is especially indicated if the patient has what diagnosis? A patient is experiencing a drop in blood pressure. The male client had abdominal surgery and the practical nurse suspects the client has peritonitis. Which diagnostic test is this patient having? should the practical nurse Guided imagery A patient is diagnosed with an illness caused by a prion. Which class of analgesics is this patient most likely receiving? What should the nurse do first? The home care nurse performs the initial visit and finds the patient discouraged and saddened. What action should the Ask what types of foods the patient finds enjoyable. Vitamin C (B) intake can influence wound The patient is scheduled for a surgical procedure where a permanent artificial opening is going to be made. healthcare provider? Rationale sight is lost in the affected eye. What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication? The practical nurse is caring practical nurse (PN) his mouth corrective lens implants or related to muscle strain because the pain is The results are reported as scaled scores. Prescribed dose will be lower than recommended. jezebel spirit scriptures; Once you arrive, you will be asked to provide a form of valid, government-issued identification that contains a photo. pulmonary congestion or an infection which can Respiratory pattern and airway. Hypertension and headache C. Nausea and vomiting D. Hypotension and dizziness #2. complications have occurred with the pacemaker. Select all that apply. (Viagra). Cognitive Psychology Overview of Theory. practical nurse (PN) to check Kussmaul breathing is a sign of metabolic acidosis. breathe deeply (D) to facilitate the lung expansion, A family member of a patient in shock says that being in shock should not be that critical because it can be treated. The nurse working in the CCU would be able to initiate defibrillation on a client with VF as this is usually a standing order in this unit. Biofeedback Rationale Which client data is most The client is diagnosed with peritonitis. The nurse should instruct the patient to: Following tonsillectomy surgery, the nurse will assess the patient for: The patient has been prescribed an antibiotic for tonsillitis and has been instructed to take the antibiotic for 10 days. Kate has been Mometrixs Nursing and Medical Editor for over four years. Muscle spasms are a sign of hypocalcemia. Impaired walking. A client with chronic pain has been admitted with a fever. It breaks up the book into easy to read bullet points. What do you know about the surgery you are The patient has an intake of 4 ounces of orange juice, one 8-ounce cup of coffee, 3 cups of water, and 1 cup of tea. Clients with worsening HF often require additional Which acid-base imbalance should the nurse anticipate this patient developing? before and after intercourse (D), avoiding caffeine the PN? Once your request to schedule your exam has been approved, you will receive your authorization to test (ATT) in a second email. Epstein-Barr put the patient at increased risk for which type of cancer? to the practical nurse that the The client is complaining of excruciating pain in a foot that has been amputated. The nurse is reviewing the process of pain perception and control. The nurse is caring for a client infected with Rocky Mountain spotted fever. requires the practical nurse They are leaders in the coordination of care among the interprofessional healthcare team and possess advanced organizational, prioritization, assessment, and communication skills. Incorporate apples, strawberries, and citrus foods with each meal. painful." provide? Rationale The nurse should explain that the patient was infected via which mechanism? What actions should the nurse take at this time?