MED SURG III ATI PRACTICE
COMPLETE SOLUTION 2024
A nurse is planning care for a client who is postoperative following a laparotomy and has a closed-suction
drain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to manage the drain?
Set the wall suction to 80 to 100 mm Hg.
Compress the drain reservoir after emptying.
Allow the drainage to collect on a sterile gauze dressing.
Position the drain below the bed to promote drainage - answer My Answer: D
Answer: B
Rationale: creates a vacuum that draws fluid out of the wound, through the drain, and into the reservoir.
A nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client who has an external fixation device for a fracture of the
lower extremity. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Secure the straps firmly around the boot.
Remove the device before showering.
Use crutches with rubber tips.
Adjust the screws to maintain alignment. - answer My Answer: C
Answer: D
A nurse is caring for a client who has DKA. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that
the client's condition is improving?
Potassium 3.5 mEq/L