ATI LPN
ATI LPN UT1 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is gathering data on a client with a diagnosis of tuberculosis. The nurse should review the results of which diagnostic test to confirm this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sputum culture is the definitive diagnostic test for tuberculosis, confirming the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Extract:
History
A 30-year-old woman presents with nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose for the past few weeks. She also reports itching in her nose and eyes. Her symptoms seem to worsen during the day, especially when she is indoors. She denies any fever or purulent nasal discharge.
Physical examination
A 30-year-old woman presents with nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose for the past few weeks. She also reports itching in her nose and eyes. Her symptoms seem to worsen during the day, especially when she is indoors. She denies any fever or purulent nasal discharge.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment strategy for this patient, who is likely experiencing allergic rhinitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intranasal corticosteroids are the most effective treatment for allergic rhinitis, reducing inflammation and alleviating symptoms.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about fluid shifts. The newly licensed nurse asks why sodium levels are high during dehydration. Which of the following responses should the charge nurse provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In dehydration, water loss leads to higher sodium concentration, drawing water from cells to balance osmotic pressure, elevating sodium levels.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is providing an in-service to a group of nurses about hypomagnesemia. Which of the following should the charge nurse include as risk factors for this condition? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: A: Gastric bypass surgery can lead to decreased absorption of nutrients, including magnesium. B: Renal failure can impair magnesium regulation. D: ICU patients are at risk due to critical illness and medications. E: Hemodialysis can cause magnesium loss.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse at a long-term care facility is reinforcing teaching with a newly hired nurse about the care of clients who are receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed to 30-45° reduces the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia by preventing aspiration.