ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 9
A patient is going to receive a colonoscopy in the near future. How should the patient's diet be adjusted as he or she prepares for the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hydration (B) is key during colonoscopy prep (e.g., with bowel prep solutions).
Question 2 of 9
A patient requires supplemental oxygen for a pulmonary treatment. Which of the following is correct about the oxygen that must be administered?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Supplemental oxygen (D) is humidified to prevent mucosal drying, especially with prolonged use.
Question 3 of 9
A Ringer's lactate solution may be administered when a patient:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ringer’s lactate (B) treats hypotension by restoring fluid volume.
Question 4 of 9
A patient has experienced an injury and is being observed. The patient has a high blood alcohol content and is slurring his or her words. The person has a history of alcohol abuse. The CT scan of the head was negative. What is the patient's likely condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol intoxication (C) matches high BAC, slurred speech, and history of abuse, with a negative CT ruling out trauma. Withdrawal (A) typically occurs after cessation, not during high BAC.
Question 5 of 9
What is not a part of Virchow's triad for diagnosing thrombosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood pressure (D) isn’t in Virchow’s triad (stasis, injury, hypercoagulability).
Question 6 of 9
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.
Question 7 of 9
A patient who has gastroesophageal reflux needs esomeprazole. What does esomeprazole do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Esomeprazole (D) (PPI) reduces acid production.
Question 8 of 9
A patient has a superficial vein thrombus in an upper extremity. Which of the following is an appropriate treatment for the condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lovenox (enoxaparin) (B) is a common anticoagulant for superficial vein thrombosis.
Question 9 of 9
A patient has a puncture wound. What vaccine should be administered?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tetanus (A) vaccine prevents infection in puncture wounds.