ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a Clostridium difficile infection. Which cleansing agent should the nurse use for hand hygiene?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Soap and water remove C. difficile spores, unlike alcohol-based antiseptics.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is educating a client with Crohn's disease about dietary choices. Which food should the nurse recommend as part of the diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grilled chicken breast is a lean, well-tolerated protein for Crohn's disease.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a condition. The nurse understands that the patient is at risk for vitamin deficiency. What is the condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Condition C (pernicious anemia) impairs vitamin B12 absorption, causing deficiency.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who had an upper endoscopy 1 hr ago. The nurse should place the priority on monitoring which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring the gag reflex is critical post-endoscopy to prevent aspiration due to impaired reflexes from anesthesia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The nurse should expect the client to receive which of the following types of anesthesia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moderate sedation ensures comfort and relaxation during a colonoscopy.