ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with hepatitis has contracted the infection from contaminated food. Which type of hepatitis is this client most likely experiencing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, often through contaminated food or water, unlike Hepatitis B, C, and D, which are primarily bloodborne.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who had surgery for a bowel obstruction. The client has a nasogastric tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: A: Bed rest for 48 hours aids healing post-surgery. B: Irrigating the NG tube prevents blockages. C: Incentive spirometer use prevents respiratory complications like pneumonia. D: Leg exercises are not typically prioritized for bowel obstruction recovery.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who received a new diet prescription from the physician for nothing by mouth (NPO) except ice chips. Which actions would the nurse take to alleviate the effects of dehydration?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Dry mucous membranes indicate dehydration, a key observation. B: Oral care with moist swabs relieves dry mouth discomfort. C: Water sips violate NPO orders. D: Increasing IV fluids prevents dehydration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 12 hr postoperative following a colectomy with colostomy placement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A bluish-purplish stoma suggests inadequate blood supply, a medical emergency requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is reviewing the health histories of four clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse anticipate scheduling a colonoscopy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A family history of colon cancer, especially a sibling's death, increases risk, warranting a colonoscopy for the 32-year-old.