ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Important Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What makes a hemorrhagic stroke different from an ischemic stroke?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemorrhagic stroke (C) involves vessel rupture, unlike ischemic (clot).
Question 2 of 5
Chvostek's sign can be noted in the face. Signs of the condition include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chvostek’s sign is a facial muscle twitch (C) elicited by tapping the facial nerve, typically indicating hypocalcemia. Paralysis (A), blushing (B), and shaking (D) are not specific to this sign.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been prescribed Pyridium. What side effects are possible?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pyridium (phenazopyridine) (A) can cause yellowing of skin/eyes (mimicking jaundice) as a side effect.
Question 4 of 5
Iron supplementation can help with resolving minor cases of anemia. What food should also be added to a person's diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Green vegetables (B) (e.g., spinach) are iron-rich, aiding anemia.
Question 5 of 5
What people are at risk of developing diarrhea due to a food allergy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Celiac (A) and lactose intolerance (B) cause diarrhea; peanuts (C) less commonly do. D is correct.