ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with this body temperature (Fahrenheit) may be diagnosed as having a fever:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever (C) is typically ≥100.4°F; 100.5 qualifies.
Question 2 of 5
What should be assessed in a patient's blood sample?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blood sugar (C) is a key, routinely assessed parameter.
Question 3 of 5
A patient who has anxiety states that he is claustrophobic and would struggle with an MRI. What medication can help relieve a patient's worry prior to the MRI?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lorazepam (A) (benzo) reduces anxiety for MRI.
Question 4 of 5
Who is at the greatest risk of harm from Rhesus disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fetus (B) risks hemolysis from Rh incompatibility.
Question 5 of 5
How does a patient's ear temperature compare with his or her rectal temperature?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rectal temp (B) is ~1°F higher than ear temp.