ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Important Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What can be used to confirm a hernia in a patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CT scan (A) confirms hernia location/size.
Question 2 of 5
What makes the posterior arteries critical to the health of the Circle of Willis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Posterior arteries (C) supply oxygenated blood to the brain via the Circle of Willis.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has ascites. What is a sign of ascites?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ascites (B) is fluid accumulation in the peritoneal cavity, often due to low plasma albumin reducing oncotic pressure, causing fluid leakage.
Question 4 of 5
What is one sign of cholecystitis in a patient who has sickle cell disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cholecystitis (A) in sickle cell patients often presents with RUQ tenderness due to gallstones.
Question 5 of 5
What can be said about chlamydia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chlamydia (A) is treatable with antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin).