ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 6 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A patient who underwent gastric surgery is being educated on preventing dumping syndrome. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: Small, frequent meals reduce the volume of food entering the small intestine at one time, helping to prevent rapid gastric emptying and subsequent symptoms of dumping syndrome.
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Question 2 of 5
A patient with diverticulitis is being treated with oral antibiotics and clear liquids for 2 to 3 days. The nurse recognizes that this treatment is appropriate for which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: Uncomplicated diverticulitis is managed with oral antibiotics and a clear liquid diet for bowel rest, as it lacks complications like abscesses.
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Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with a T-tube following gallbladder surgery. Which of the following is the most important nursing action?
Correct Answer: Monitoring T-tube drainage ensures proper biliary function and detects obstructions, which is critical post-gallbladder surgery.
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Question 4 of 5
A patient with Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH) may present with which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: SIADH causes hyponatremia from excessive water retention, leading to confusion or altered mental status.
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Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient about coronary artery disease (CAD). Which of the following statements made by the patient demonstrates understanding of the disease?
Correct Answer: CAD is caused by plaque buildup (fat deposits) in the coronary arteries, which restricts blood flow to the heart, as correctly understood by the patient.
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