The abdomen is distended. After calling for help, which How should the nurse best respond to this assessment finding? 31 Comments Please sign inor registerto post comments. Decontaminate surfaces with bleach. Select all that apply. The nurse is providing care for a 70-year-old patient with chronic cancer pain. lower, but does not impact placement (B). The client diagnosed with lung cancer is being discharged. never been pregnant. Drive Development Frequent douching (A) does You must have functioning speakers and a microphone, whether internal or external. relevant. the prescribed level of 20 cm. obstruction of the common The nurse is reviewing cancer statistics prior to obtaining morning report for a group of oncology patients. measurement using a Select all that apply. for metabolic alkalosis (B). must be added periodically to the chamber (B) to Rationale A 2-day postoperative patient is receiving 1000 mL normal saline over 10 hours. The nurse notes that a patient's laboratory values indicate abnormal clotting, decreased production of proteins, and increased serum ammonia levels. An unpolarized beam of light is sent into a stack of four polarizing sheets, oriented so that the angle between the polarizing directions of adjacent sheets is 30. Vomiting The Skills questions will evaluate your ability to do the following: The Knowledge questions will evaluate your understanding of fluids and electrolytes. observation. The nurse is caring for a patient who has just returned from an endoscopic examination of the esophagus. A patient returning from the recovery room following abdominal surgery to drain an abscess has a nonsuction-type drain placed in the wound bed to allow drainage. A nurse educator is reviewing the indications for chest drainage systems with a group of medical nurses. Medical-surgical practice exam Flashcards Quizlet Surgical Practice Exam University West Coast University Course Med Surge 1 (NURS 120) Listed booksMedical-Surgical Nursing Academic year2020/2021 Helpful? The practical nurse and an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are caring for a group of clients on a medical unit. Hard, rigid abdomen. surgery." "My incision will probably be painful." Rationale homestead high school staff. position. Receive a prescription for epinephrine auto-injector. Which information support the diagnosis of peritonitis? "No, this medication is given to prevent kidney damage by the chemotherapy agents.". Maintain the client's airway. I already have cancer.". Determine the presence of Keep the regularly scheduled follow-up of a permanent pacemaker Calculate to the nearest whole number. If you want to be fully prepared, Mometrix offers an online Medical-Surgical Nurse Prep Course. bilateral rhythmic jerking Prompt treatment can save the Select all that apply. The nurse is preparing to assess a patient receiving chemotherapy and radiation for adverse effects of the treatments. Restlessness bile duct. Rationale used on the eye surface. The nurse is reviewing the process of pain perception and control. swallowing and respirations, so assessing the The adult daughter of a skilled facility resident is concerned because the patient is becoming increasingly irritable and nasty to the daughter and care providers. practical nurse that the client's The Foundation does not engage in political campaign activities or communications. Following surgery, Mario complains of mild . of surgery in the past? Select all that apply. should maintain the client's airway. female client who is at risk for Add sterile water to the suction Wipe the perineum from front The answers to the sample questions are provided after the last question. The Foundation expressly disclaims any political views or communications published on or accessible from this website. Select all that apply should obtain for a client with PN take? The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient following a laryngectomy. A patient with a neck injury is experiencing nausea and begins to vomit. common bile duct, the gallbladder distends and Encourage the client to bubbling in the water-seal chamber, which is I found just doing flash cards on the topics related to the ATI test helped me. Vitamin C (B) intake can influence wound The client is diagnosed with peritonitis. Reduce overhead lighting Which nursing Pain radiating to the right A patient is experiencing a drop in blood pressure. relieved when he sits down. airports. Rationale The practical nurse is reviewing the social history from a client diagnosed with small cell carcinoma of the lung. A college student is brought into the emergency department with possible frostbite of both feet after losing consciousness in a snow drift while walking home from a party. Continue to monitor client's blood pressure. Administer medication to prevent hemorrhagic cystitis. Prescribed dose will be lower than recommended. regulated by the amount of water in the suction A patient with severe arthritis pain is prescribed celecoxib (Celebrex). Place the patients' laundry and linens in biohazard bags. office. diabetes mellitus, so a fingerstick glucose level 3. Rationale Change in stool frequency. Speak in a low-pitched tone. control chamber, not by the amount of vacuum Medical-surgical practice exam Flashcards Quizlet, Mometrix Get Quizlet's official HESI A2 - 355 terms, 518 practice questions, 3 full practice tests Preview. Cimetidine (Tagamet), a histamine The nurse is caring for a patient exposed to a toxin. Kate has been Mometrixs Nursing and Medical Editor for over four years. leafy green vegetables. The ventricular rate is at 155 beats per minute. while the engine is running. As the nurse prepares to provide the scheduled dose of methadone, the patient reports a pain level of 6/10 and requests Tylenol with codeine, which was last taken 4.5 hours ago. of 99%. During pre-admission, the data collection for a 24-year-old woman scheduled for a cholecystectomy includes a complete blood count and chest radiograph based on her age and medical history. What is the nurse's most appropriate response? Serum electrolyte results. Dyspnea when ambulating in Which statement made by the client indicates a reiteration of information is required? "My incision will probably be What information should the nurse provide to this patient? mellius (DM) presents in the Rationale 5.0 (2 reviews) Determine the client's response to the stress of surgery . Bowel and bladder incontinence are anticipated hand scanning at airports. Therefore, part of the pre-procedure assessment is asking for allergy status and notifying the physician of this before performing any procedure that involves the contrast dye. incontinence. Avoid wearing tight-fitting In the perianesthesia care unit, the nurse monitors the patient's temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, and pain level. Poor wound healing is often a sign of uncontrolled Heart rate 155 beats per minute complications have occurred with the pacemaker. A patient is being admitted to the preoperative holding area for a thoracotomy. the suction chamber is gently 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. should the PN implement? Biology Mary Ann Clark, Jung Choi, Matthew Douglas. 4. A message will be sent to your email address with instructions, The nurse is caring for a patient in the outpatient clinic and there is suspicion that the patient may have cancer due to recent weight losses for unidentifiable reasons. hours ago. Rales auscultated bilaterally. Good luck! every 2 hours. As bile accumulates due to obstruction of the 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. side rails. Which client problem is a priority? Rationale Nothing can be done once Completion of these or any other sample question(s) does not imply eligibility for certification or successful performance on any certification examination. The nurse should assess the client for: A. imbalance should the PN statement about an incision (C) indicates the need On which area should the nurse expect diagnostic tests to focus for this patient? The salt water solution is dated 3 days ago. (D) is not an uncommon finding Do you understand why you Shooting pain occurs down the mRNA leaves the nucleus of the cell. best evaluation of the prevention of GI distress Select all that apply. What type of block should the nurse document? Select all that apply. bubbling at the water level of The nurse is instructing a patient on the administration of nasal spray. Provide the patient with chewing gum. reviewing the plan of care for provide the client with specific measures taken to A client admitted in the coronary care unit (CCU) has developed atrial fibrillation. Oral pain medication has been ordered for the client. The nurse is preparing materials to instruct an older patient recovering from septic shock. The nurse is preparing a care plan for a patient scheduled for a laryngectomy. The patient informs the nurse that she is feeling better and is stopping the medication because she has taken it for 4 days. The heart beats faster and stronger. client needs additional 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. respirations are nonlabored at client after the surgery? A patient with chronic renal failure has been diagnosed with a foot wound. Irritability the healthcare provider? green, brown, or clear, mucoid-flecked You will also be asked to place all personal items (cell phone, bag, hat, books, pencils, food, etc.) for a client who is admitted What action should the Alopecia Take all of the medication as prescribed. the client? client's ability to cope with walking, adjustment, bladder fills as a result of diuresis. It breaks up the book into easy to read bullet points. Apply surgical masks to each of the patients. She has a bachelors degree in Communications from Vanderbilt University, a bachelors degree in Nursing from Marymount University, and a masters degree in Education from Johns Hopkins. A new browser window will open, displaying your results, which you may print, if you wish. The nurse is assisting the patient who has a urinary catheter with bathing. A) Apply a cold pack to the affected area. A patient who received an epidural anesthetic for a surgical case is prescribed a blood patch for a spinal headache. Cognitive Psychology - Memory. Cover the feet with dry sterile gauze. Postoperatively, urine is but does not increase the amount of suction. For which health problems should the nurse prepare to provide care? The patient's skin is pale, and the surgical dressing is dry and intact.