Practice Question
The nurse is providing care for older adult clients in an extended care facility. Which patient should be monitored for signs of urosepsis?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The patient who has an indwelling catheter for a urinary tract infection (UTI)
Rationale:
🔵 Indwelling catheters provide a direct pathway for bacteria, elevating the risk for urosepsis.
🔵 Urosepsis can develop rapidly, especially in older adults with compromised immune systems.
🔵 Signs include fever, altered mental status, and tachycardia, requiring prompt detection.
🔵 Monitoring this patient closely allows for early antibiotic intervention.
🔵 Infection prevention includes catheter care and prompt removal when no longer needed.
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This question is from ATI LPN Advanced Medical surgical Exam I which contains 40 questions.
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Answer Choices:
A. Discard the first voiding when beginning the test
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C. Document any urine collection that was missed during the 24 hours of the testing
D. Post a notice on the client's door regarding the test
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Answer Choices:
A. Maintain the client on bed rest
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Answer Choices:
A. Encouraging fluid intake to increase urine output
B. Providing frequent reminders for the client to use the restroom
C. Encouraging the client to perform Kegel exercises regularly
D. Limiting the client's access to the restroom to promote bladder control
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Answer Choices:
A. Body weight
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Answer Choices:
A. Start the flow of urine before passing the container under the stream to collect the specimen
B. Remove the specimen container before stopping the stream of urine
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4
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