ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is checking the laboratory tests for a client who has glomerulonephritis. The nurse should expect to find an increase in which of the following test results?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In glomerulonephritis, the kidneys' filtering capability is compromised, leading to an accumulation of BUN and serum creatinine in the blood, indicating reduced kidney function.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is a common cause of urinary incontinence?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weak pelvic floor muscles are a common cause of urinary incontinence. These muscles support the bladder and urethra, and theirunofficial, weakening leads to involuntary urine leakage.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is obtaining a history on a patient with a diagnosis of bladder cancer. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in the patient's history?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Tobacco use is a well-known risk factor for bladder cancer. Carcinogens in tobacco are excreted in the urine, increasing the likelihood of developing bladder cancer.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the chart of a client who is scheduled to have radiological studies of the kidneys performed with the use of IV contrast dye. Which of the following client medications should the nurse withhold prior to the examination?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Metformin should be withheld prior to radiological studies with IV contrast dye due to the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious complication.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a risk factor for urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Poor personal hygiene is a significant risk factor for UTIs. Inadequate hygiene practices can introduce bacteria into the urinary tract, leading to infection.