ATI practice exam | Questions and Answers (A+ Solution guide)

nurse is assessing a client who has required bed rest for the past month. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client has developed thrombophlebitis? a) bladder distention b) decreased blood pressure c) calf swelling d) diminished bowel sounds - c) calf swelling A nurse is administering an otic medication to an older adult client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure that the medication reaches the inner ear? a) press gently on the tragus of the clients ear b) pack a small piece of cotton deep into the clients ear canal c) move the clients auricle down and back toward her head d) tilt the clients head backward for 5 min - a) press gently on the tragus of the clients ear A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for a client who has a new prescription for wrist restraints. Which of the following should the nurse take? a) pad the clients wrist before applying the restraints b) evaluate the clients circulation every 8hr after application c) remove the restraints every 4hr to evaluate the clients status d) secure the restraint ties to the beds side rails - a) pad the clients wrist before applying the restraints A nurse is admitting a new client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take while performing medication reconciliation?