ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating a patient about dumping syndrome and food choices. Which of these foods should the patient avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-sugar foods like coffee with sugar and donuts trigger rapid gastric emptying, worsening dumping syndrome. Other options are generally well-tolerated.
Question 2 of 5
Gastrointestinal illnesses cause symptoms of anorexia, vomiting, and diarrhea. Which lab value should the nurse monitor related to volume depletion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vomiting and diarrhea cause electrolyte imbalances, critical to monitor in volume depletion. Other options are less relevant.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about pain control with a client who has acute pain following gastric surgery. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of pain control?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Requesting pain medication before the prior dose wears off maintains consistent pain control. Other options delay effective pain management.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with a class about the long-term effects of childhood obesity.Which of the following conditions should the nurse include as a potential complication of childhood obesity?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High blood pressure is a complication of childhood obesity due to increased strain on the cardiovascular system. Hypotension is not typically associated, while diabetes is also a risk but not the correct answer here.
Question 5 of 5
A patient who is scheduled for a barium swallow asks a nurse why a laxative is necessary after the procedure. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Laxatives help eliminate barium, preventing constipation. Other options do not explain the necessity.