MED SURG FINAL EXAM ATI
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. A nurse is completing preoperative teaching for a client who is to undergo an
arthroscopy to repair
injury to a shoulder. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appro-
priate? (Select all that apply.)
A. "Avoid damage or moisture to the cast on your arm."
B. "Inspect your incision daily for signs of infection."
C. "Resume normal activity within 12 hr."
D. "Position your affected extremity in a dependent position."
E. "Perform isometric exercises as directed."
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, Answer A. INCORRECT
A sling is applied to immobilize the
arm of the attected shoulder to limit activity and
promote healing.
B. CORRECT
The incision should be inspected daily for evidence of infection, such as redness, swelling, or
purulent drainage.
C. INCORRECT
Normal activity will resume as prescribed by the provider.
D. INCORRECT
The attected extremity should be placed across the chest in a nondependent position to reduce
swelling.
E. CORRECT
Isometric exercises are recommended by the provider and directed by the physical therapist.
2. A nurse is planning care for a client who is postoperative following an
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PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. A nurse is completing preoperative teaching for a client who is to undergo an
arthroscopy to repair
injury to a shoulder. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appro-
priate? (Select all that apply.)
A. "Avoid damage or moisture to the cast on your arm."
B. "Inspect your incision daily for signs of infection."
C. "Resume normal activity within 12 hr."
D. "Position your affected extremity in a dependent position."
E. "Perform isometric exercises as directed."
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10
, Answer A. INCORRECT
A sling is applied to immobilize the
arm of the attected shoulder to limit activity and
promote healing.
B. CORRECT
The incision should be inspected daily for evidence of infection, such as redness, swelling, or
purulent drainage.
C. INCORRECT
Normal activity will resume as prescribed by the provider.
D. INCORRECT
The attected extremity should be placed across the chest in a nondependent position to reduce
swelling.
E. CORRECT
Isometric exercises are recommended by the provider and directed by the physical therapist.
2. A nurse is planning care for a client who is postoperative following an
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