ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A patient presents to the emergency department with a high fever, chills, chest pain worsened by deep breathing, and a cough producing rusty-colored sputum. Which of the following diagnostic tests is most likely to confirm the nurse's suspicion of pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A chest X-ray confirms pneumonia by revealing lung infiltrates or consolidation.
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Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with preparations for administering intravenous potassium replacement supplements to a client who has a potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: Adequate urine output, patient education, repeat potassium checks, and cardiac monitoring are essential for safe IV potassium administration.
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Question 3 of 5
A 65-year-old male patient presents with sudden onset of oliguria and signs of dehydration His blood pressure is 90/60 mmHg, heart rate is 110 bpm and he has poor skin turgor. Laboratory results show elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN and creatinine levels. Which of the following is the most likely cause of his acute kidney injury (AKI)?
Correct Answer: Hypovolemia from dehydration reduces renal perfusion, causing pre-renal AKI, as evidenced by elevated BUN and creatinine.
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Question 4 of 5
A 45-year-old male patient present to the emergency department with a severe head injury following a car accident. His Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score is 8, and he shows signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which of the following interventions should be prioritized to manage his ICP?
Correct Answer: Mannitol reduces intracranial pressure by drawing fluid out of brain tissue, making it a priority intervention for managing increased ICP.
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Question 5 of 5
A patient who recently underwent percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) is being discharged. Which of the following statements made by the patient indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: Resuming regular physical activities immediately after PTCA risks complications like bleeding at the puncture site, indicating a need for further teaching.
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