ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a patient's response to antiviral therapy. Which test will provide this information?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Viral load testing measures the amount of virus in the bloodstream to assess treatment effectiveness.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is diagnosed with Hashimoto thyroiditis and asks what causes it. The nurse would respond that the destruction of thyroid cells in this condition is due to which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hashimoto thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder where autoantibodies target thyroid peroxidase (TPO) and thyroglobulin, leading to inflammation and destruction of thyroid cells.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who just returned to the unit following surgery and notes the client has a history of anaphylaxis in response to penicillin. The client's postoperative prescriptions include a dose of cephalexin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cephalexin is a cephalosporin, and there is a risk of cross-reactivity in clients with a history of anaphylaxis to penicillin.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse knows that the priority for a patient experiencing a severe allergic reaction is which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Airway compromise is the primary concern during a severe allergic reaction due to potential bronchospasm and swelling.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse suspects the patient is having a blood transfusion reaction. What is the FIRST action the nurse should do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The immediate priority is to halt the infusion to prevent further exposure to the offending blood product.