ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is examining the medical record of a patient who has a peptic ulcer. Which of the following factors should the nurse identify as a risk for this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ibuprofen, an NSAID, irritates the stomach lining, increasing peptic ulcer risk.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A client has been diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. What diet would the nurse expect to be prescribed for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low fiber diet is easier to digest, reducing symptoms like diarrhea in acute gastroenteritis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a patient who is African American and has cholecystitis. Which of the following areas should the nurse inspect to monitor for the presence of jaundice?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The sclera shows jaundice early due to bilirubin binding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a gastrostomy tube through which he is receiving continuous enteral feedings. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing the tube every 4 hours maintains patency and hydration.