ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who just returned to the unit following surgery and notes the client has a history of anaphylaxis in response to penicillin. The client's postoperative prescriptions include a dose of cephalexin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cephalexin is a cephalosporin, and there is a risk of cross-reactivity in clients with a history of anaphylaxis to penicillin.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse knows that Type IV Hypersensitivity Reaction involves which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type IV hypersensitivity is a delayed response mediated by T-lymphocytes, not antibodies.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse knows that pernicious anemia is caused by which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pernicious anemia results from the loss of intrinsic factor, essential for vitamin B12 absorption in the intestine.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would evaluate that the patient understands what triggers allergic rhinitis by which of the following patient responses?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Allergic rhinitis is often triggered by airborne allergens such as pollen, mold spores, and dust mites.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse knows the following are symptoms of anaphylaxis and they need to intervene quickly. (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Hypotension, tachycardia, and wheezing are hallmark symptoms of anaphylaxis due to vasodilation, compensatory heart rate increase, and bronchospasm, respectively.