ATI PN Med-Surg Proctored Exam Study Guide | Key
Concepts & Test Strategies|Latest Exam Complete
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Glasgow Coma Scale of 3
Expect nonresponsive to commands
Angina Manifestations
Chest discomfort radiated, pain <15mins, relieved with rest
Diabetes Mellitus Client
Plan to see diaphoretic client first
Testicular Self-Examination
Instruct to examine after a warm shower
Tuberculosis Combination Therapy
Adherence indicated by negative sputum culture
Bacterial Meningitis
Expect severe headache
Pernicious Anemia Teaching
Client understanding: switch to nasal cyanocobalamin
Right-Sided Hemiparesis ADLs
Include combing hair with unaffected arm
COPD Discharge Teaching
Include pursed lip breathing technique
Varicose Veins Instruction
Teach to apply elastic support hose in the morning
Total Knee Arthroplasty Transfer
Flex at hip and knees before transferring
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, Thoracentesis Teaching
Lean forward on over bed table for procedure
Alzheimer's Sleep Promotion
Provide light snack of cheese and crackers at bedtime
Nicotine Chewing Gum Use
Recommend no eating/drinking 15min around gum use
Diabetes Foot Care
Prop feet up while watching TV
Neurogenic Bladder Interventions
Include stroking inner thigh in plan for bladder control
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Expect joint pain in the client
GERD Dietary Teaching
Instruct to avoid peppermint
Enteral Feedings with Medications
Flush tube with water before and after each medication
Oxygen Concentrator Safety
Include maintaining electrical backup system
Hypoglycemia Management
Have client drink a glass of milk for glucose <50mg/dL
Hypertension Dietary Selections
Instruct to avoid pretzels for sodium intake
Pheochromocytoma Findings
Expect hypertension in the client
Gastric Lavage Teaching
Inform about semi-upright position during the procedure
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Concepts & Test Strategies|Latest Exam Complete
Questions with A+ Graded Answers Updated 2026
Glasgow Coma Scale of 3
Expect nonresponsive to commands
Angina Manifestations
Chest discomfort radiated, pain <15mins, relieved with rest
Diabetes Mellitus Client
Plan to see diaphoretic client first
Testicular Self-Examination
Instruct to examine after a warm shower
Tuberculosis Combination Therapy
Adherence indicated by negative sputum culture
Bacterial Meningitis
Expect severe headache
Pernicious Anemia Teaching
Client understanding: switch to nasal cyanocobalamin
Right-Sided Hemiparesis ADLs
Include combing hair with unaffected arm
COPD Discharge Teaching
Include pursed lip breathing technique
Varicose Veins Instruction
Teach to apply elastic support hose in the morning
Total Knee Arthroplasty Transfer
Flex at hip and knees before transferring
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, Thoracentesis Teaching
Lean forward on over bed table for procedure
Alzheimer's Sleep Promotion
Provide light snack of cheese and crackers at bedtime
Nicotine Chewing Gum Use
Recommend no eating/drinking 15min around gum use
Diabetes Foot Care
Prop feet up while watching TV
Neurogenic Bladder Interventions
Include stroking inner thigh in plan for bladder control
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Expect joint pain in the client
GERD Dietary Teaching
Instruct to avoid peppermint
Enteral Feedings with Medications
Flush tube with water before and after each medication
Oxygen Concentrator Safety
Include maintaining electrical backup system
Hypoglycemia Management
Have client drink a glass of milk for glucose <50mg/dL
Hypertension Dietary Selections
Instruct to avoid pretzels for sodium intake
Pheochromocytoma Findings
Expect hypertension in the client
Gastric Lavage Teaching
Inform about semi-upright position during the procedure
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