ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Concept 2 Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal disease (GERD). Which of the following foods should the nurse include in the list of foods the client should avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chocolate contains caffeine and cocoa, both of which can relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and increase the risk of acid reflux.
Question 2 of 5
The patient with emphysema comes to the emergency department with difficulty breathing. What finding should the nurse anticipate during data collection? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: A. Diminished breath sounds due to decreased air movement. C. Use of accessory muscles to assist breathing. E. Barrel-shaped chest from hyperinflation.
Question 3 of 5
Which client would the nurse identify as high risk for developing aspiration pneumonia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Patients who have had a stroke are at high risk for aspiration pneumonia due to potential impairment of their swallowing mechanisms and decreased gag reflex.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the patient's record. Select to highlight the findings that demonstrate that the patient is improving.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: HR: 110 bpm; regular - The heart rate has decreased from 115 bpm and is now regular, suggesting improved cardiac rhythm stability. RR: 24 breaths/min; rapid, deep - The respiratory rate has decreased from 26 breaths/min, indicating less rapid breathing. BP: 94/56 mm Hg - While the blood pressure remains relatively low, there is a slight improvement compared to the previous reading. Glucose 460 mg/dl - The glucose level has decreased from 525 mg/dL and 530 mg/dL in previous readings. While still elevated, this indicates some improvement in hyperglycemia.
Question 5 of 5
After change of shift, the nurse has the following patients on her assignment. Which one should she see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Persistent shortness of breath after using an inhaler could indicate an inadequate response to treatment or worsening asthma exacerbation.