ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 9
If a nurse accidentally sticks himself or herself with a needle during a surgical procedure, what should he or she do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting to a supervisor (C) initiates protocol (e.g., testing).
Question 2 of 9
A patient who experiences a drop in blood sugar may experience:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypoglycemia (A) causes confusion, irritability (mental status changes).
Question 3 of 9
When is a pericardiectomy necessary?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pericardiectomy (B) treats constrictive pericarditis (rigidity).
Question 4 of 9
Swelling can occur due to compartment syndrome. The swelling will result in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Compartment syndrome (C) increases pressure, cutting off blood flow.
Question 5 of 9
What does a biopsy during a diagnostic procedure entail?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Biopsy (B) removes tissue/cells for microscopic analysis.
Question 6 of 9
A toxic megacolon develops due to the distention in the colon. This is caused by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All (D) can cause toxic megacolon via inflammation.
Question 7 of 9
A patient's spleen has been removed. What vaccine should be administered?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pneumonia vaccine (D) (e.g., PCV13) prevents infection post-splenectomy.
Question 8 of 9
A focal seizure is unique for occurring:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Focal seizure (A) affects one brain area.
Question 9 of 9
Which of the following is used to monitor intraocular pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tonometry (B) measures intraocular pressure, key for glaucoma.