ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient has undergone a lumbar puncture and is experiencing a headache. What position should the patient be placed in to prevent the headache from becoming worse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Supine (D) position (lying flat) helps reduce spinal fluid leakage after a lumbar puncture, alleviating post-dural puncture headache. Sitting (A) or Fowler’s (C) may worsen it.
Question 2 of 5
A complete spinal cord injury may result in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A complete spinal cord injury (B) causes total loss of sensation/motor function below the injury level.
Question 3 of 5
Osteopenia may also be called:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Osteopenia (D) is reduced bone density (bone loss), a precursor to osteoporosis.
Question 4 of 5
Can a warm compress help with the treatment of a blood clot?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warm compresses (C) are not recommended for blood clots as they may worsen inflammation or dislodge the clot.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following should a patient with cystic fibrosis avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Motrin (ibuprofen) (C) should be used cautiously in cystic fibrosis due to potential GI/renal risks.