ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 9
A patient with a body mass index of 27 can be considered:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: BMI 27 (C) is overweight (25–29.9), not obese (≥30).
Question 2 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 3 of 9
What is one fact about the fibroids in the woman's uterus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Uterine fibroids (A) are typically benign (noncancerous).
Question 4 of 9
Which of the following is most likely to trigger Hashimoto's disease in a patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hashimoto’s (A) is an autoimmune thyroid disorder.
Question 5 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 6 of 9
A drop in blood pressure may be triggered by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All (D) can cause hypotension (e.g., vasodilators, hemorrhage, anaphylaxis).
Question 7 of 9
How can diabetes cause incontinence to develop?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diabetes (B) causes neuropathy, impairing bladder control.
Question 8 of 9
What issue might a patient have when it comes to a phlebotomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fear of needles (C) is a common patient concern during phlebotomy.
Question 9 of 9
A patient consistently develops kidney stones. What advice should a patient be given to help resolve the problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lemons/limes (B) increase citrate, reducing stone formation.