ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient with a chronic hiatal hernia experiences the following. Which action should the nurse advise the patient to avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lying down after meals increases reflux in hiatal hernia, exacerbating symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient after a Bilroth II (gastrojejunostomy) procedure. During review of the postoperative prescriptions, which would the nurse clarify?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Irrigating the NG tube post-Billroth II risks disrupting the anastomosis and requires clarification.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is examining the medical record of a patient who has a peptic ulcer. Which of the following factors should the nurse identify as a risk for this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ibuprofen, an NSAID, irritates the stomach lining, increasing peptic ulcer risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is reviewing the health histories of four clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse anticipate scheduling a colonoscopy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A family history of colon cancer, especially a sibling's death, increases risk, warranting a colonoscopy for the 32-year-old.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has a Clostridium difficile infection. Which cleansing agent should the nurse use for hand hygiene?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Soap and water remove C. difficile spores, unlike alcohol-based antiseptics.