ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
Can a warm compress help with the treatment of a blood clot?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warm compresses (C) are not recommended for blood clots as they may worsen inflammation or dislodge the clot.
Question 2 of 5
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 3 of 5
A patient has a superficial vein thrombus in an upper extremity. Which of the following is an appropriate treatment for the condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lovenox (enoxaparin) (B) is a common anticoagulant for superficial vein thrombosis.
Question 4 of 5
A patient who is under a total parenteral nutrition routine may be at risk of developing:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TPN (C) risks hypoglycemia if stopped abruptly due to insulin response.
Question 5 of 5
A patient who has been using intravenous drugs and has hepatitis B will experience difficulty breathing and ascites. What is an appropriate treatment for this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sodium restriction (D) reduces ascites in hepatitis-related liver damage.