ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Question Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of these conditions is the least likely to trigger heart failure or cardiac arrest?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Trichomoniasis (D), an STI, doesn’t affect the heart directly.
Question 2 of 5
A patient who underwent an appendectomy has been experiencing vomiting and is having difficulty moving his bowels. This patient may have:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ileus (C) is common post-surgery, causing vomiting and bowel issues.
Question 3 of 5
When a patient on medication becomes lethargic, this may be problematic because:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lethargy (A) hinders medication adherence.
Question 4 of 5
At what age should a patient have his/her first colonoscopy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 50 (B) is the standard age for first colonoscopy screening.
Question 5 of 5
How does hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia affect wound healing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Both conditions (A) impair healing via poor glucose control.