ATI LPN
ATI LPN Medical Surgical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is returning to the medical-surgical unit following a procedure that required spinal anesthesia. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse the client is experiencing a complication related to the anesthesia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A headache, particularly a post-dural puncture headache, can be a complication of spinal anesthesia caused by a leak of cerebrospinal fluid at the puncture site.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just learned he will need exploratory surgery the next day. As the nurse contributes to the preoperative teaching plan, which of the following actions should she take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tailoring information to the client's understanding ensures effective communication, reduces anxiety, and supports informed decision-making.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in providing care for a client who has multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). Which of the following actions is the priority when planning care for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respecting the client's wishes, especially for end-of-life care, is critical in MODS to align care with their values.
Question 5 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.