ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg U13 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client admitted for renal calculus. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse associate with renal calculi? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: B, C, D, E: Gastrointestinal upset, urinary urgency, fever (indicating possible infection), and flank pain are associated with renal calculi. Incontinence is not typical.
Question 2 of 5
A female presents to the clinic with complaints of dysuria and increased urinary frequency. Which of the following findings on physical examination would most likely support a diagnosis of cystitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suprapubic tenderness: This is a classic sign of cystitis, along with dysuria and frequency. Costovertebral tenderness suggests pyelonephritis, while distention and edema are unrelated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary instructions with a client who has episodes of biliary colic from chronic cholecystitis. Which of the following diets should the nurse reinforce in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A low-fat diet: A low-fat diet reduces gallbladder workload and prevents biliary colic triggered by fat digestion. Sodium, fiber, or protein are not primary concerns.
Question 4 of 5
A female patient presents with epigastric pain and is being evaluated for peptic ulcer disease (PUD). Upon reviewing her history, which of the following risk factors would be most indicative of increasing his likelihood of developing PUD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs are a major cause of peptic ulcers by damaging the stomach lining. Social drinking, high-fiber diets, and allergies are not significant risk factors.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with suspected appendicitis is being prepared for surgery. Which of the following preoperative interventions should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Place the patient on NPO status: NPO status prevents aspiration during anesthesia and is standard for abdominal surgeries like appendectomy. Heating pads, enemas, and oral analgesics are contraindicated.