ATI LPN
Questions About Gastrointestinal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is absorption?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absorption is the movement of digested nutrients from the GI tract lumen into the bloodstream or body cells.
Question 2 of 5
A 65-year-old woman with a past medical history of asthma and hypertension has symptoms of stable angina precipitated by walking up steep slopes. What would be the most suitable first-line treatment for her symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bisoprolol, a beta-blocker, is a first-line treatment for stable angina as it reduces heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand, suitable for this patient despite asthma if monitored carefully.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements regarding drugs used in atrial fibrillation is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Verapamil is used for rate control in supraventricular arrhythmias, not ventricular, but is the most correct option here.
Question 4 of 5
When should patients take proton pump inhibitors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PPIs are most effective taken 30-60 minutes before a meal to inhibit acid secretion before food stimulates it, making A the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is being discharged from hospital after an episode of unstable angina. Which ONE of the following medicines should be stopped prior to discharge from hospital?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fondaparinux, an anticoagulant used acutely, is typically stopped at discharge, while antiplatelets like aspirin and clopidogrel continue, making E the correct answer.