ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 55-year-old male patient is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of thrombocytopenia. Upon assessment, you note petechiae on his lower extremities, and he reports fatigue and occasional nosebleeds. Which of the following interventions should be prioritized for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring platelet counts and signs of bleeding is critical in thrombocytopenia to prevent severe bleeding complications due to low platelet levels.
Question 2 of 5
A patient presents with a retinal detachment and is being evaluated for appropriate treatment. Which of the following procedures is used to treat retinal detachment by indenting the wall of the eye?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scleral buckling indents the eye wall to reattach the retina, treating retinal detachment effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A 68-year-old patient presents to the clinic with complaints of gradually worsening vision. Upon examination, the nurse notes that the patient has difficulty seeing at night, increased sensitivity to glare, and a noticeable cloudiness in the lens of the eyes. Which clinical manifestation is most indicative of cataracts?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cloudiness in the lens is the hallmark of cataracts, causing blurred vision and glare sensitivity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client who is postoperative following a cochlear implant insertion. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eating soft foods is recommended after cochlear implant surgery to avoid putting strain on the surgical site and to ensure comfort while chewing. Soft foods are easier to manage and less likely to cause discomfort or disrupt the healing process.
Question 5 of 5
A 78-year-old patient comes to the clinic with complaints of difficulty seeing faces and reading small print. The patient is diagnosed with macular degeneration. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize to help manage the patient's condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Quitting smoking slows macular degeneration progression, addressing a key modifiable risk factor.