ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who asks why blood levels of Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) is drawn at periodic intervals. Which of the following responses describes the correct rationale?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CEA is a tumor marker for colorectal cancer; decreasing levels post-treatment indicate effective therapy. CEA is not used for diverticulitis, pancreatitis, or ulcerative colitis monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has neutropenia. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neutropenic clients have a weakened immune system; avoiding crowded places reduces exposure to infectious agents, significantly lowering the risk of infections.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has pneumonia and requires chest percussion, vibration, and postural drainage. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to complete first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Auscultating lung fields first identifies congestion areas, guiding effective positioning and techniques for chest physiotherapy.
Question 4 of 5
The primary health care provider has determined that a client has contracted hepatitis A based on flu-like symptoms and jaundice. Which statement made by the client supports this medical diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hepatitis A is spread via contaminated food, like shellfish, matching the client's history and incubation period. Other options relate to hepatitis B or C.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing data for a client who has disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DI
C) is characterized by both excessive clotting and bleeding due to inappropriate activation of the clotting cascade, consuming clotting factors and platelets, leading to a paradoxical combination of thrombosis and hemorrhage.