ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is 2 days postoperative from abdominal surgery.The patient reports discomfort from abdominal distension and flatus. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ambulation stimulates digestion, reducing gas and distension. Other options may worsen discomfort.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintaining NPO status rests the pancreas, reducing inflammation in acute pancreatitis. Other options are not specific to pancreatitis management.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate after a liver biopsy is performed on a patient with cirrhosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning on the right side applies pressure to the biopsy site, minimizing bleeding risk. Other options do not aid in preventing complications like bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
A client has esophageal cancer.Which intervention by the nurse takes priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preventing aspiration is critical in esophageal cancer to avoid pneumonia and other complications. Other interventions are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is gathering information from a patient who has GERD. Which of the following observations is a symptom of GERD?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antacids relieve GERD pain by neutralizing stomach acid. Other options are unrelated to GERD symptoms.