RN ATI ADVANCED MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM 2023 WITH NGN (Answer key at the end) QUESTION 1 QUESTION 2 QUESTION 3QUESTION 4 QUESTION 5QUESTION 5 A patient is hospitalized for initiation of regional antibiotic irrigation for acute osteomyelitis of the right femur. Which intervention will be included in the plan of care? a. Immobilization of the right leg b. Avoiding administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) c. Frequent weight-bearing exercise d. Support of the right leg in a flexed position The correct answer is: Immobilization of the right leg Immobilization of the affected leg helps decrease pain and reduce the risk for pathologic fractures. Weight-bearing exercise increases the risk for pathologic fractures. NSAIDs are frequently prescribed to treat pain. Flexion of the affected limb is avoided to prevent contractures. Discharge teaching for the patient with esophageal reflux disease includes instructing the patient to: a. Decrease protein intake b. Elevate the foot of the bed with 6-inch blocks c. Eat a high-carbohydrate snack before bed d. Reduce caffeine intake and smoking The correct answer is: Reduce caffeine intake and smoking Once healing has occurred, persons with a hip prosthesis are encouraged to participate in: a. High-impact exercises such as swimming b.