ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is not one of the segments in the spinal cord?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The spinal cord segments are cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral. 'Fragmental' (C) is not a recognized segment, making it the correct answer.
Question 2 of 5
What is the greatest risk when it comes to heparin use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin (C), an anticoagulant, primarily risks bleeding due to reduced clotting ability.
Question 3 of 5
What should a patient with a long leg cast avoid doing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ambulating without assistance (D) risks falls/injury with a long leg cast.
Question 4 of 5
A patient suffering from alcohol intoxication should not be prescribed:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ativan (benzodiazepine) (B) risks oversedation with alcohol intoxication.
Question 5 of 5
A patient claims to have AIDS, but that person has never been checked for the condition. What test should be used to confirm the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Western blot (B) confirms HIV (leading to AIDS) after an ELISA screen.