ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is gathering data from a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings is a sign of gastrointestinal perforation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe upper abdominal pain signals perforation, a medical emergency in peptic ulcer disease.
Question 2 of 5
At 0330, a nurse is caring for a postoperative client. The client's IV fluids are infusing at 120 mL/hr. How many mL of IV fluid should infuse by 0600?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 120 mL/hr × 2.5 hr (0330 to 0600) = 300 mL.
Question 3 of 5
After a diagnostic work-up, a 56-year-old male client was diagnosed with a duodenal ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori infection. After treatment, the client is to have an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). Which teaching should the nurse reinforce?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Waiting for the gag reflex to return prevents aspiration post-EGD.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. The nurse should expect the client to receive which of the following types of anesthesia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moderate sedation ensures comfort and relaxation during a colonoscopy.
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.