ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
A peptic ulcer may be triggered by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin (B) (NSAIDs) irritates the stomach lining, causing ulcers.
Question 2 of 5
What does a biopsy during a diagnostic procedure entail?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Biopsy (B) removes tissue/cells for microscopic analysis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following can help a nurse determine if a patient has had a stroke?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Arm drooping (B) is a FAST stroke sign.
Question 4 of 5
What is the correct procedure if a patient under observation misses a dose of a medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consulting a doctor (C) ensures safe handling of missed doses.
Question 5 of 5
Hemochromatosis can be diagnosed by looking at iron stores in the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemochromatosis is primarily diagnosed by assessing iron overload in the liver (C) via biopsy or imaging, as it’s the main storage site. Joints (A) and pancreas (B) may be affected but aren’t primary diagnostic sites.