ATI LPN
ATI LPN Medical Surgical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse and a newly licensed nurse are providing care for a client who has distributive shock. How should the nurse explain the pathophysiology of distributive shock to the newly licensed nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Distributive shock involves systemic vasodilation, reducing vascular resistance and tissue perfusion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is newly-admitted and has angina. The client asks the nurse, 'Why am I taking nitroglycerin?' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nitroglycerin dilates coronary arteries, increasing blood flow and oxygen to the heart, relieving angina symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting in providing care for a client who has obstructive shock. Which of the following diagnoses should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cardiac tamponade causes obstructive shock by compressing the heart, reducing cardiac output.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requests pain medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing pain location first ensures appropriate treatment is selected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is measuring the vital signs of a client he suspects has hypovolemic shock. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypovolemic shock causes low BP and high pulse rate as the body compensates for reduced blood volume.