ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The Health Care Provider orders a blood test for your patient.The nurse knows that which of the following enzymes does not indicate liver function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lipase is a pancreatic enzyme, not a liver function marker. AST, albumin, and ALT are associated with liver function.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client that takes aspirin three times per day. Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of taking daily aspirin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin can irritate the stomach lining, causing upset. Other options are not common side effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 30 mEq PO daily. The amount available is potassium chloride 20 mEq/15mL.How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 22.5 mL
Rationale: (30 mEq * 15 mL) ÷ 20 mEq = 22.5 mL. The nurse should administer 22.5 mL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is gathering information from a patient who has GERD. Which of the following observations is a symptom of GERD?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antacids relieve GERD pain by neutralizing stomach acid. Other options are unrelated to GERD symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A patient who had a large portion of the stomach surgically removed will need to receive vitamin B12 for life due to which condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pernicious anemia results from impaired B12 absorption after stomach surgery, requiring lifelong supplementation. Other anemias are not directly related to stomach surgery.