ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nurse Exam Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
What form of sugar is necessary for facilitating natural physical functions in the body?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glucose (B) is the primary energy source.
Question 2 of 9
Which of the following can be used to treat hydrocephaly?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A shunt (B) drains excess CSF in hydrocephalus.
Question 3 of 9
What is evident in a person's neck when that person has a heart attack?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neck symptoms (D) aren’t typical in MI; chest pain radiates elsewhere.
Question 4 of 9
Which of the following is true about Alzheimer's medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alzheimer’s meds (D) work best early to slow progression.
Question 5 of 9
A patient with GERD should be placed in what position in the bed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Semi-Fowler’s (D) (30° elevation) reduces GERD by keeping acid down.
Question 6 of 9
A fusion inhibitor is an HIV medication that prevents the development of HIV by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fusion inhibitors (A) block HIV entry into cells.
Question 7 of 9
A patient has an A blood type, but the blood does not have the Rh factor. Therefore, the patient's blood is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A- (A) indicates A antigens without Rh factor.
Question 8 of 9
A baby has a body temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Is this safe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 100°F (C) may be normal or feverish depending on age (e.g., newborn vs. older infant).
Question 9 of 9
Acromegaly develops due to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acromegaly (A) is caused by excess human growth hormone (HGH).