ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE TEST 2025 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED

ATI PN COMPREHENSIVE TEST 2025 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED Terms in this set (69) T/F the nurse should plug an NG tube and keep it above the level of the stomach when ambulating a client True. This prevents stomach contents from leaking into the pigtail T/F the nurse can NOT instil air into an NG pigtail but she can instil air IF there is leakage. True. If the nurse notes edema above the catheter insertion site, what is the best action of the nurse? This indicates infiltration. The nurse stop the IV infusion. THe presence of skin balancing indications infiltration as well. S/Sx of hypoglycemia: pale, sweaty skin, irritability, tachycardia, tremors and hungry S/Sx of hyperglycemia fruity breath, lethargy, weakness, thirst, polyuria, How can a pt decrease pain when replacing an ostomy pouch system Gently and gradually peeling the skin barrier away while holding the skin taut will minimize discomfort AND trauma to the peristomal skin If a pt does not meet goals or outcomes in the critical pathway due to an unexpected finding, or the nurse finds a need for additional interventions, what is the nurse's best action? document the findings as a variance as either a negative or positive variance. T/F Rifampin, for the tx of TB, can interact w/ and reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, therefore the nurse should instruct the pt to use a secondary method to prevent pregnancy. True If a client taking Rifampin for the tx of TB complains of HA, fever, or muscle aches, what should the nurse's response be? Report the symptoms to HCP immediately as these indicate flu like symptoms and infection, which can lead to meningococcal meningitis A nurse in a providers office is reviewing pediculosis capitis management and prevention strategies w/ the parent of a school age child. What education should the nurse provide the parents with? Transmission of lice occurs via contact w/ personal items so store the childs clothing in a separate cubicle when at school. Do NOT use insecticides because they are a danger to young children and pets Boil brushes and combs in water for 10 minutes to kill lice and nits Dry bed linens and clothing in a HOT dryer for at least 20 minutes Contaminated non washable items should be sealed in a plastic bag for 14 days to kill the lice. Enoxaparin for the prevention of thrombosis should be administered how? SubQ Rotating injection sites A pt taking atorvastatin for hypercholesterolemia, experiences muscle pain, what does this indicate? This could be a manifestation of myopathy or muscle injury which is a potential serious adverse effect of statin drugs. Montelukast is a leukotriene modifier taken for asthma. Describe how it is appropriately used: Taken once daily for maintenance - it is NOT a rescue medication. How does the nurse appropriately obtain a blood draw? apply the tourniquet to find a vein in the antecubital fossa, then release the tourniquet cleanse the insertion site allow the site to dry reapply the tourniquet obtain blood draw Describe the first stool passed by a newborn: Meconium that develops in utero dark green to black and viscous contains components of amniotic fluid, cells, intestinal secretions and occult blood A nurse in contributing to a teaching plan for a group of male adolescents about the adverse effects of anabolic steroid use. What are the manifestations that the nurse should include: Reduced ht potential d/t premature epiphyseal closure reducing the full ht potential Liver disorders Hyperlipidemia Breast enlargement Acne Edema When a pt uses rationalization it is used as a means to what: justify unreasonable feelings, thoughts, or actions. ex. "I did not get a good grade because my teacher does not like me" When a pt uses denial, it is a means to what? Avoid unpleasant feelings, thoughts or needs by pretending they do not exist. ex. "I do not believe you because my mother cannot be gone" When a pt is compensating, the nurse would recognize this as what? The client is making up excuses for their negative behaviors. Ex. "When i've had a few drinks I feel much better about myself"