ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is admitted for chemotherapy treatment. As part of the nursing management, which of the following interventions is most critical to prevent infection in this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strict hand hygiene prevents pathogen transmission, critical for immunocompromised ALL patients to reduce infection risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has been newly diagnosed with chronic open-angle glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consulting the clinic before taking over-the-counter medications prevents interactions with glaucoma treatments, indicating understanding.
Question 3 of 5
A 45-year-old female patient presents with symptoms of weight loss, palpitations, and heat intolerance. Laboratory results reveal elevated T3 and T4 levels and suppressed TSH levels. Considering her clinical presentation and lab results, which of the following treatments is most appropriate for managing her hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Radioactive iodine destroys overactive thyroid cells, providing a definitive treatment for hyperthyroidism, suitable for the patient's condition.
Question 4 of 5
A 65-year-old female presents to the clinic with complaints of fatigue, shortness of breath, and pallor. Her hemoglobin level is 9 g/dL. Which of the following clinical manifestations is most likely associated with her anemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatigue is a common symptom of anemia due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity from low hemoglobin levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from an older adult client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hyperglycemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Poor wound healing is a manifestation of hyperglycemia, as high glucose impairs immune function and blood flow.