ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has esophageal cancer.Which intervention by the nurse takes priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preventing aspiration is critical in esophageal cancer to avoid pneumonia and other complications. Other interventions are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing instructions to a patient who has a new diagnosis of dumping syndrome following gastric surgery.Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increasing protein slows gastric emptying, reducing dumping syndrome symptoms. Drinking with meals, large meals, or dairy snacks can worsen symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 30 mEq PO daily. The amount available is potassium chloride 20 mEq/15mL.How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 22.5 mL
Rationale: (30 mEq * 15 mL) ÷ 20 mEq = 22.5 mL. The nurse should administer 22.5 mL.
Question 4 of 5
The Health Care Provider orders a blood test for your patient.The nurse knows that which of the following enzymes does not indicate liver function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lipase is a pancreatic enzyme, not a liver function marker. AST, albumin, and ALT are associated with liver function.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary advice to a patient who has GERD.Which of the following food choices by the patient would indicate an understanding of the advice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Baked turkey breast is a lean meat, less likely to trigger GERD symptoms. Lemon, fatty meats like corned beef, and tomato-based sauces can exacerbate GERD.