ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient who experiences a drop in blood sugar may experience:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypoglycemia (A) causes confusion, irritability (mental status changes).
Question 2 of 5
A patient with status epilepticus should not:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reverse Trendelenburg (B) isn’t standard; airway and benzos are key.
Question 3 of 5
What is the greatest concern pertaining to a scabies infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scabies (A) is highly contagious, the primary concern.
Question 4 of 5
If a nurse accidentally sticks himself or herself with a needle during a surgical procedure, what should he or she do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting to a supervisor (C) initiates protocol (e.g., testing).
Question 5 of 5
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.