ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
What does a biopsy during a diagnostic procedure entail?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Biopsy (B) removes tissue/cells for microscopic analysis.
Question 2 of 5
What is the correct procedure if a patient under observation misses a dose of a medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consulting a doctor (C) ensures safe handling of missed doses.
Question 3 of 5
Hemochromatosis can be diagnosed by looking at iron stores in the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemochromatosis is primarily diagnosed by assessing iron overload in the liver (C) via biopsy or imaging, as it’s the main storage site. Joints (A) and pancreas (B) may be affected but aren’t primary diagnostic sites.
Question 4 of 5
Histotoxic hypoxia may be triggered by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Histotoxic hypoxia (C) occurs when tissues can’t use oxygen (e.g., alcohol or cyanide poisoning interferes with cellular respiration).
Question 5 of 5
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.