ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Question Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is not appropriate for the treatment of pneumothorax?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warm compress (A) is ineffective for pneumothorax; B, C, D address breathing/pain.
Question 2 of 5
A woman has developed uterine fibroids. Which of these medications should not be prescribed, as they will worsen the condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Birth control (B) (hormonal) can stimulate fibroid growth.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been given the wrong medication for a treatment. The patient has dementia and does not understand the apology a medical professional offers. What should a nurse not do in this situation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding discussion (D) neglects transparency and patient safety protocols.
Question 4 of 5
When should antibiotics be prescribed to patients with pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antibiotics (A) are started promptly for bacterial pneumonia.
Question 5 of 5
What medications should be administered to a person who has had his or her spleen removed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prophylactic antibiotics (A) prevent infections post-splenectomy.