ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a peptic ulcer. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ibuprofen, an NSAID, irritates the stomach lining and reduces protective mucus, increasing the risk of peptic ulcer formation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing education to a client with a history of Crohn's Disease and a new diagnosis of anemia. Which of the following statements by the client would require further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Villi damage is specific to celiac disease, not Crohn's, which affects the entire intestinal wall. Chronic blood loss, poor nutrition, and iron supplementation are accurate for Crohn's-related anemia.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the record of a client with a diagnoses of Cirrhosis and notes that there is documentation of the presence of asterixis. How should the nurse assess for its presence?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asterixis (liver flap) is assessed by having the client extend their arms and dorsiflex wrists, looking for a flapping tremor. Other options assess unrelated conditions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has labyrinthitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring cardinal fields of vision detects nystagmus, a key symptom of labyrinthitis, assisting in vestibular assessment and care planning.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a serum potassium level of 5.5 mEq/L. The provider prescribes polystyrene sulfonate. Which of the following ECG results should indicate to the nurse that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reduced T wave amplitude indicates normalized potassium levels, as hyperkalemia causes peaked T waves, and polystyrene sulfonate lowers potassium.