ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nurse Exam Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Bilirubin levels are critical for the body's functionality. What is bilirubin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bilirubin (C) is a breakdown product of RBCs.
Question 2 of 5
What can cause a flail chest to develop?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flail chest (A) results from multiple rib fractures.
Question 3 of 5
The later position requires a patient to lie on:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lateral (A) position is on the side.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has sickle cell disease. Which of the following is a correct statement based on his or her medical condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sickle cell disease (B) reduces nitric oxide, impairing vasodilation.
Question 5 of 5
What scan may help with identifying a case of appendicitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All (D) (ultrasound, CT, MRI) can diagnose appendicitis, with CT being most common.