ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is an appropriate step to take if a patient is struggling to complete a swallow test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Continuing to evaluate the patient (D) is the most appropriate initial step to assess the cause and extent of swallowing difficulty (dysphagia). Interventions like liquid diets, pureed diets, or feeding tubes (A, B, C) may follow based on findings, but evaluation ensures a safe, tailored approach.
Question 2 of 5
A patient who is experiencing tachycardia should be administered what medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adenosine (B) is used to treat supraventricular tachycardia by slowing heart rate. Morphine (A) is for pain, Tylenol (C) for fever/pain, and Norvasc (D) for hypertension.
Question 3 of 5
A complete spinal cord injury may result in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A complete spinal cord injury (B) causes total loss of sensation/motor function below the injury level.
Question 4 of 5
Osteopenia may also be called:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Osteopenia (D) is reduced bone density (bone loss), a precursor to osteoporosis.
Question 5 of 5
Can a warm compress help with the treatment of a blood clot?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warm compresses (C) are not recommended for blood clots as they may worsen inflammation or dislodge the clot.