ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is true of sickle cell anemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sickle cell (D) is genetic and increases stroke/heart risks.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is going to receive a colonoscopy in the near future. How should the patient's diet be adjusted as he or she prepares for the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hydration (B) is key during colonoscopy prep (e.g., with bowel prep solutions).
Question 3 of 5
What part of the endocrine system tells the pituitary gland to start and stop producing hormones?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypothalamus (B) regulates pituitary hormone release.
Question 4 of 5
What may occur when a patient uses prednisone for too long?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prednisone (D) causes weight gain via fluid retention/metabolism changes.
Question 5 of 5
Hypomagnesemia may occur among patients with:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crohn’s (D) causes malabsorption, including magnesium.