ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Important Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which of the following foreign bodies may be swallowed by an adult?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All (D) can be accidentally swallowed by adults.
Question 2 of 9
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 9
Amiodarone does what for the heart?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amiodarone (A) is an antiarrhythmic drug that corrects heart rhythm issues.
Question 4 of 9
What is an ideal HbA1c test score?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An HbA1c of 5 (B) is within the normal range (<5.7%), indicating good glucose control.
Question 5 of 9
What is the first thing to do when planning a blood transfusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Testing recipient blood (C) ensures type compatibility first.
Question 6 of 9
A patient being treated for pancreatitis should be monitored for:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: ARDS (B) is a severe pancreatitis complication due to systemic inflammation.
Question 7 of 9
A patient is in a hospital, and his family members are there. The only orders entail admitting the patient to the surgical unit and performing tests as needed. The patient starts to have a seizure. What should a nurse not do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bolus (A) isn’t standard without orders during a seizure.
Question 8 of 9
A patient has ascites. What is a sign of ascites?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ascites (B) is fluid accumulation in the peritoneal cavity, often due to low plasma albumin reducing oncotic pressure, causing fluid leakage.
Question 9 of 9
What is the greatest risk that occurs when any bodily organ is enlarged?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rupture (B) is the most severe risk of organ enlargement.