ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is taking a medication history for a patient with liver disease. Which medication would be of most concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acetaminophen risks liver damage in high doses, especially in liver disease.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient after a Bilroth II (gastrojejunostomy) procedure. During review of the postoperative prescriptions, which would the nurse clarify?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Irrigating the NG tube post-Billroth II risks disrupting the anastomosis and requires clarification.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who has recently been diagnosed with Clostridium difficile and is under contact precautions. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing the gown before gloves follows proper PPE doffing sequence to prevent C. difficile spread.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is collecting data for a client with abdominal pain. Which pain description is consistent with diverticulitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diverticulitis typically causes constant, cramping pain in the left lower quadrant due to inflammation in the sigmoid colon.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking omeprazole for the past 4 weeks. The nurse determines that the medication is effective when the client reports relief from which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omeprazole reduces gastric acid, so relief from acid indigestion indicates effectiveness.