ATI Med Surg Exam (180 Questions Answered 100% Correct) |Guarantee A+ score 2023-2024

ATI Med Surg Exam (180 Questions Answered 100% Correct) |Guarantee A+ score 2023-2024

External Fixation {{Correct Ans- The surgeon inserts metal pins into the bone or bones from outside the skin surface and then attaches a compression device to the pins.

A client is seen in the emergency department for an injury acquired from falling off of a bicycle and fracturing the arm. The client also has a long laceration that has been sutured in the same area. The client asks the nurse why a splint is applied and not a cast. What is the best explanation by the nurse? {{Correct Ans- "We will need to monitor the status of the laceration to be sure it does not get infected."

A group of students is studying for a test on traction. The students demonstrate understanding of the types of traction when they identify which of the following as an example of skin traction? {{Correct Ans- Buck's

An example of skin traction is Buck's traction. Crutchfield tongs, a Thomas splint, or balanced suspension traction are types of skeletal traction.

A client with a long arm cast continues to complain of unrelieved throbbing pain even after receiving opioid pain medication. Which is the priority action by the nurse? {{Correct Ans- Assess for complications

Unrelieved pain can be an indicator of a complication, such as compartment syndrome.

A client is about to have a cast applied to the left arm. What will nurse alert the client to as the cast is applied? {{Correct Ans- Sensation of warmth or heat with application

A continuous passive motion (CPM) machine is used to promote healing and flexibility in the knee and hip joint and increase circulation to the operative area. What is true about the use of CPM? Select all that apply. {{Correct Ans- The physician orders the amount of extension and flexion produced by the machine.

 The physician orders the frequency of use of the machine.

 The amount of flexion for clients with hip replacements should never exceed 30 degrees in the CPM machine.

A variety of complications can occur after a leg amputation. Which is not a possibility in the immediate postoperative period? {{Correct Ans- osteomyelitis

Chronic osteomyelitis may occur after persistent infection in the late postoperative period.