ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with stable esophageal varices. Which of the following actions is most important?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring antihypertensive medications (e.g., beta-blockers) is critical to reduce portal hypertension and prevent variceal rupture in stable clients. Airway management is vital during bleeding, surgery is for severe cases, and occult testing is less relevant.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a young adult client who has a hearing impairment for surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping hearing aids in until the last moment facilitates communication, reducing anxiety and ensuring preoperative understanding.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with End Stage Renal Disease has a mature Arteriovenous Fistula. Which of the following interventions would the nurse include in the client's plan of care? Select All that Apply
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Avoiding blood draws (
A) prevents fistula damage. Auscultating for a bruit (
B) and palpating for a thrill (
C) confirm patency. Irrigation (
D) and clamping (E) are inappropriate for fistulas.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is assessing a client who has a newly created colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A purplish stoma indicates ischemia or poor perfusion, requiring immediate reporting. Oozing red drainage and a rosebud-like, shiny, moist stoma are normal postoperative findings.