ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Question Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
When is a breath test appropriate for diagnosing diarrhea?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Breath test (A) diagnoses lactose intolerance via hydrogen levels.
Question 2 of 5
A patient with PMS may experience such effects as:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All (D) are common PMS symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A patient who had a stroke is being discharged from a hospital and requires regular monitoring. What advice should the patient be given?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calling 911 (D) for sudden changes (e.g., new stroke) is critical.
Question 4 of 5
An ileus should be treated by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bowel rest (A) (e.g., NPO) treats ileus by reducing activity.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with superficial vein thrombosis should receive:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lovenox (B) (enoxaparin) treats superficial vein thrombosis.