ATI Med-Surg Proctored Exam Review

ATI Med-Surg Proctored Exam Review A home health nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. The client tells the nurse that he becomes short of breath while eating despite the use of home oxygen. What instructions should the nurse include? - correct answersDrink beverages at the end of meals A home health nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about preventing complications of peripheral vascular disease. What statement by the client indicates that they are adhering to the nurse's instructions? - correct answers"I don't cross my legs anymore". A nurse enters the room of a client whose transfusion of packed RBCs was initiated 15 min ago by the RN. The client reports dyspnea and urticaria. What action should the nurse perform first? - correct answersStop the infusion A nurse in an orthopedic clinic is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoarthritis. What instructions should the nurse include to promote comfort? - correct answersSleep on a firm mattress A nurse is admitting a client who is suspected having active tuberculosis (TB). What action should should the nurse take first? - correct answersInstitute airborne precautions A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has manifestations of sepsis. What provider prescriptions should the nurse implement first? - correct answersInitiate oxygen at 4 L/min via nasal cannula A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who has a recent left hemispheric stroke. What action should the nurse include in the plan? - correct answersUse simple verbal cues when directing tasks A nurse is assisting with an educational program for clients who have newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. What instruction should the nurse include in the program regarding insulin? - correct answersOpened insulin can be stored on a cool countertop away from light A nurse is caring for a client following a gastrectomy. What action should the nurse take to decrease episodes of dumping syndrome? - correct answersPlace the client in the supine position after meal