ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is taking a health history for a patient who is ill in the emergency room. The patient states that he has not been around anyone that has been sick lately. The nurse suspects the patient likely contracted the illness by indirect transmission. Which is an example of this type of transmission?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Indirect transmission occurs via contaminated objects like keyboards.
Question 2 of 5
There are limited amounts of influenza vaccine currently available in the clinic. Which individual should the nurse identify as having the highest priority to receive vaccination at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Older adults in congregate settings are at high risk for flu complications.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been recently diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection. His brother arrives and would like to visit. The patient says he is not feeling strong enough to have visitors. Which symptom would indicate to the nurse that the client is developing a complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high fever suggests a possible complication like a secondary infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has a new diagnosis of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The nurse should plan to place the client in which of the following types of transmission-based precautions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: MRSA spreads via contact, requiring contact precautions like gloves and gowns.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has developed a Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection following antibiotic therapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bleach effectively kills C. diff spores, preventing environmental transmission.