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ATI ComprehensivePredictor 2024 Exam
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Solutions Graded A+
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,Signs/Symptoms of Hypothyroidism - Answer: Intolerance to cold, constipation, weight gain, thick-brittle
fingernails, bradycardia, hypotension
Nursing care for hypothyroidism - Answer: Monitor for low BP, bradycardia, edema and monitor weight.
A task an AP can do - Answer: Specimen collection
A task an AP can do - Answer: Obtain clean urine specimen samples
What is something you would report if a patient has hypothyrodism - Answer: Chest pain
Drug of choice for hypothyroidism - Answer: levothyroxine
Levothyroxine can increase the effects of? - Answer: Warfarin
What is the antidote for warfarin? - Answer: Vitamin K
How many mg of minerals are required through dietary sources each day? - Answer: 100mg
Nursing actions when a patient is taking phosphorus? - Answer: Evaluate the use of antacids and use of
alcohol because alcohol impairs absorption
Colostomies end in the - Answer: Colon
Ileostomies end in the - Answer: Ileum
Stool samples should come from where? - Answer: Fresh stools, avoid contaminating with water or
urine.
How far do you insert a rectal tube during an enema for an adult? - Answer: 7.5 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches)
, How far do you insert a rectal tube during an enema for a child? - Answer: 5 to 7.5 cm (2 to 3 inches)
Ostomy care includes - Answer: Wash hands. Don gloves. Remove pouch from stoma. Stoma should be
moist, shiny and pink. Use mild soap and water to cleanse it. Cut about 1/8 inch larger to fit over.
Arthroplasty refers to the surgical removal of what? - Answer: A diseased joint due to osteoarthritis,
osteonecrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, trauma or congenital anomalies, and replaced with prosthetics or
artificial components made of metal or plastic.
Post-op care of a patient recovering from a knee arthroplasty? - Answer: Avoid knee gatches and
pillows, place one pillow under the lower calf and foot to cause a slight extension of the knee joint, and
to prevent flexion contracturas. The knee can rest flat on the bed. Place a small pillow/blanket above the
ankle area to keep heals off the bed.
Post-op care of a patient recovering from a hip arthroplasty? - Answer: Monitor HgB and HCT levels.
They can continue to drop for 48 hours after and neuromuscular status every 2-4 hours. Apply ice
following ambulation to decrease pain.
How would you position a patient recovering from a hip arthroplasty? - Answer: Place head slightly
elevated with the affected leg in neutral position. Place a pillow or abduction device between the legs
when turning to the unaffected side. DO NOT TURN TO THE OPERATIVE SIDE.
How do you store nitroglycerin tablets? - Answer: Store tablets in original bottles and in a cool, dark
place.
Post-op care instructions for a patient who has a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Keep client in a semi-
Fowler's position. Support head and neck with pillows, AVOID NECK EXTENSION.
How long do you monitor VS after a patient has a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Every 15 minutes until
stable then every 30.
How often should deep-breathing exercises be performed after a thyroidectomy? - Answer: Every 30 to
60 minutes.
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