ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The Health Care Provider orders a blood test for your patient.The nurse knows that which of the following enzymes does not indicate liver function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lipase is a pancreatic enzyme, not a liver function marker. AST, albumin, and ALT are associated with liver function.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements by the patient would indicate a correct understanding of peptic ulcer disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Excessive ibuprofen use can irritate the stomach lining, leading to peptic ulcers. Fiber, tea, and Lasix are not direct causes.
Question 4 of 5
What complications should the nurse look for in someone with gastric surgery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dumping syndrome is a common complication of gastric surgery due to rapid gastric emptying. Other options are not specific to gastric surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A client presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain. The client's history reveals a previous diagnosis of peptic ulcer disease.The nurse suspects a perforated ulcer. What is the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A perforated ulcer requires immediate surgical intervention, making preparation for surgery the priority. Other actions follow stabilization.