ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the care plan for a patient who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPO status rests the pancreas, reducing enzyme production in acute pancreatitis.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The nurse is collecting data for a client with abdominal pain. Which pain description is consistent with diverticulitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diverticulitis typically causes constant, cramping pain in the left lower quadrant due to inflammation in the sigmoid colon.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 12 hr postoperative following a colectomy with colostomy placement. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A bluish-purplish stoma suggests inadequate blood supply, a medical emergency requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a young adult patient who has ulcerative colitis and is scheduled for an ileostomy surgery. After a discussion with the healthcare provider, the patient expresses concern, "How will I ever be able to have a normal life after this?" How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exploring the patient's concerns fosters understanding and tailored support.