ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for an elderly patient who is experiencing constipation. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased fluid and fiber soften stool and promote bowel movements in constipation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with an umbilical hernia. Which symptom should prompt the nurse to alert the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting suggest possible strangulation, a hernia emergency.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a patient who had surgical repair of a paraesophageal (rolling) hernia. The nurse observes that the patient is having difficulty swallowing during the first postoperative meal. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dysphagia post-hernia repair may indicate a complication like a tight fundoplication, requiring HCP notification.
Question 5 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.