ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg U13 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has been newly diagnosed with hepatitis C. The client asks how they could have contracted the virus. Which of the following nurse responses best explains how the client may have become infected with hepatitis C?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coming into contact with infected blood: Hepatitis C is primarily spread through blood-to-blood contact, such as sharing needles. Food, saliva, or alcohol do not transmit hepatitis C.
Question 2 of 5
A male patient presents with complaints of chronic stomach pain and is diagnosed with a Helicobacter pylori infection. The physician decides to initiate triple therapy. Which combination of medications is most appropriate for this treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amoxicillin, Clarithromycin, and Omeprazole: This is the standard triple therapy for H. pylori, combining two antibiotics and a PPI to eradicate the bacteria and promote healing. Other options are less effective or used in different regimens.
Question 3 of 5
A male patient is being discharged after hospitalization for a bleeding peptic ulcer. The nurse is providing discharge teaching on how to monitor for signs of recurrent bleeding. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If I experience severe abdominal pain, I should take an over-the-counter antacid and rest: Severe pain requires immediate medical attention, not self-treatment with antacids, as it could indicate complications. Other statements are correct.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary instructions with a client who has episodes of biliary colic from chronic cholecystitis. Which of the following diets should the nurse reinforce in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A low-fat diet: A low-fat diet reduces gallbladder workload and prevents biliary colic triggered by fat digestion. Sodium, fiber, or protein are not primary concerns.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is gathering data on a client who was admitted with pyelonephritis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to be exhibiting? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: B, C, D, E: Hypertension, fishy urine odor, mental confusion (especially in elderly), and lower abdominal pain are associated with pyelonephritis. Frothy urine and weak urine stream are not typical.