ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The best possible Glasgow Coma Scale for a patient is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: GCS max is 15, but options peak at 12 (D), likely a typo; 12 is best here.
Question 2 of 5
What is the difference between the Fowler's and Semi-Fowler's positions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fowler’s (B) is 45–60°, higher than Semi-Fowler’s (15–30°).
Question 3 of 5
What should be done to reduce the risk of developing diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding processed foods (D) reduces sugar/fat intake, lowering diabetes risk.
Question 4 of 5
What effect does vitamin K have on warfarin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin K (B) antagonizes warfarin, reducing its anticoagulant effect.
Question 5 of 5
Is it safe to mix Nexium and Plavix together?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nexium (PPI) (B) reduces Plavix’s efficacy by inhibiting CYP2C19.