NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are signs of Venous insufficiency - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Stasis dermatitis is a brown discoloration on the ankles that
extends at the calf relative to the level of insufficiency

2. Edema


3. Stasis ulcers ( typically found around ankles)


What are clinical manifestation of varicose veins -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Distended, superficial veins that are
visible just below the skin and are torturous in nature

2. Patients often report muscle cramping and aches, pain after
sitting and pruritus




What are laboratory tests for PVD - CORRECT ANSWER D dimer
test measures fibrin degradation products present in the blood
produced from fibrinolysis. A positive test indicates that
thrombus formation has possibly occurred




What are diagnostic procedures for DVT and thrombophlebitis -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Venus duplex ultrasonography

2. Impedance plethysmography
NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

,NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
3. If the above test are negative for a DVT, but one is still
suspected a venogram, which uses contrast material or MRI
may be needed for accurate diagnosis




For varicose veins Trendelenburg test is used. What are the
nursing actions for this test - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Place the
patient in the supine position with legs elevated

2. When the patient sits up, the veins will fill from the proximal and
if varicosities are present




What should you encourage the patient to do if they have DVT or
thrombophlebitis - CORRECT ANSWER




What should you teach the patient to do if they have
venous insufficiency - CORRECT ANSWER




NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

,NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are medications for DVT and thrombophlebitis - CORRECT
ANSWER Anticoagulants




How long does it take for warfarin to take affect - CORRECT
ANSWER 3 to 4 days




DVT and thrombophlebitis both can use thrombolytic therapy.
What are the details of this therapy? - CORRECT ANSWER




For varicose veins, sclerotherapy may be performed. What are
the details of this therapy? - CORRECT ANSWER




What should the nurse monitor for postoperatively after
varicose veins - vein stripping - CORRECT ANSWER




What are two other surgical interventions that can be performed
for varicose veins - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Endovenous laser
treatment

NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

, NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2. Application of radiofrequency energy




Venous stasis ulcers often form over the medial malleolus.
Venous ulcers are chronic, hard to heal and often recur. They can
lead to amputation and/or death. What are nursing interventions
for venous ulcers - CORRECT ANSWER




What are patient teachings for patients that have venous
ulcers (diet and DVT prevention) - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Recommend a diet high in zinc, protein, iron and vitamins A &
C

2. Instruct patient on the use of compression stockings




A pulmonary embolism occurs when a thrombus is dislodged,
becomes an embolus and lodges into a pulmonary vessels. What
are manifestations of a pulmonary embolism's - CORRECT
ANSWER 1. Sudden onset of dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain,
restlessness and apprehension, feelings of impending doom,
cough and hemoptysis


NEW 2022 WORKING UPDATE SOLUTION FOR
ATI MED SURG FINAL EXAM ALL PRACICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS