ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has been newly diagnosed with chronic open-angle glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consulting the clinic before taking over-the-counter medications prevents interactions with glaucoma treatments, indicating understanding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing a young adult client who has a hearing impairment for surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing the client to keep her hearing aids in is crucial for effective communication between the nurse and the client. Hearing aids help the client understand instructions and respond appropriately, which is essential for ensuring the client's safety and comfort before surgery.
Question 3 of 5
A 52-year-old patient is admitted to the hospital with symptoms of confusion, headache, and muscle cramps. Laboratory tests reveal the following findings: serum sodium 120 mEq/L, serum osmolality 260 mOsm/kg, urine osmolality 500 mOsm/kg, and urine sodium 40 mEq/L. What is the most likely diagnosis based on these laboratory findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low serum sodium, low serum osmolality, and high urine osmolality indicate SIADH, where excessive ADH causes water retention and hyponatremia.
Question 4 of 5
A 45-year-old female patient presents with symptoms of weight loss, palpitations, and heat intolerance. Laboratory results reveal elevated T3 and T4 levels and suppressed TSH levels. Considering her clinical presentation and lab results, which of the following treatments is most appropriate for managing her hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Radioactive iodine destroys overactive thyroid cells, providing a definitive treatment for hyperthyroidism, suitable for the patient's condition.
Question 5 of 5
A patient presents with a retinal detachment and is being evaluated for appropriate treatment. Which of the following procedures is used to treat retinal detachment by indenting the wall of the eye?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scleral buckling indents the eye wall to reattach the retina, treating retinal detachment effectively.