ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client that takes aspirin three times per day. Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of taking daily aspirin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin can irritate the stomach lining, causing upset. Other options are not common side effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a patient that has GERD. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Painful swallowing (dysphagia) is common in GERD due to acid irritation. Other options are not typical GERD symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has acute pancreatitis.Which of the following factors should the nurse anticipate in the client's history?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gallstones are a common cause of acute pancreatitis by obstructing pancreatic ducts. Other options are not direct causes.
Question 4 of 5
The physician orders a patient with a duodenal ulcer to take a UREA breath test. Which lab value will the test measure to determine if H. Pylori is present?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The UREA breath test measures urea breakdown into carbon dioxide, indicating H. pylori. Other options are not measured.
Question 5 of 5
A client presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain. The client's history reveals a previous diagnosis of peptic ulcer disease.The nurse suspects a perforated ulcer. What is the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A perforated ulcer requires immediate surgical intervention, making preparation for surgery the priority. Other actions follow stabilization.