ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 9
A patient states that he has not gotten the pain medications that he needs during the day. What should be done to resolve the patient's issue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Consulting a manager (D) ensures proper protocol and patient care.
Question 2 of 9
Where is osteomyelitis more likely to occur?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Osteomyelitis is more common in the long bones of the legs (B), especially in children or after trauma/surgery, due to blood supply and exposure risks.
Question 3 of 9
A patient is having a hard time lifting his or her foot following a significant brain injury. Which of the following procedures can help this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An orthopedic brace (D) supports foot drop (weak dorsiflexion) post-brain injury by stabilizing the ankle.
Question 4 of 9
What is an ideal ICP rating?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ideal ICP (A) is <20 mmHg; 15 is within normal range.
Question 5 of 9
What is a test that can be performed to confirm that yellow skin and eyes are signs of jaundice in an infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bilirubin test (C) confirms jaundice by measuring levels.
Question 6 of 9
What is the greatest concern pertaining to a scabies infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scabies (A) is highly contagious, the primary concern.
Question 7 of 9
What does aspirin do when administered for an acute myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin (B) inhibits platelet aggregation, preventing clot growth.
Question 8 of 9
Foreign body aspiration entails an object in the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Foreign body aspiration (C) can lodge in the larynx or trachea, obstructing the airway.
Question 9 of 9
What may develop due to deep vein thrombosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: DVT (A) can lead to pulmonary embolism.