ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After keratoplasty, you observe that the patient's cornea is cloudy. What should you do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cloudiness post-keratoplasty may indicate graft rejection, requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data about a client's cranial nerves. Which of the following methods should the nurse use to identify a problem with cranial nerve II?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Snellen chart tests visual acuity, assessing cranial nerve II (optic nerve) function.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting with tonometry on a patient at the ophthalmologist's office. The results indicate the patient's reading to be 17 mm Hg. The nurse interprets this result as IOP.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An IOP of 17 mm Hg is within the normal range (10-21 mm Hg).
Question 4 of 5
A client with Meniere's disease is experiencing severe vertigo. Which instruction should the nurse give to the client to assist in controlling the vertigo?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding sudden head movements reduces vertigo in Meniere's disease.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse collecting data from a client who has Meniere's disease? Which of the following is an expected finding for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Meniere's disease causes progressive hearing loss due to inner ear fluid buildup.