ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Gastrointestinal Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is to infuse 1 liter of D10W over 8 hours. What rate will the nurse set the iv pump for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
To administer 1 liter (1000 ml) over 8 hours, divide 1000 ml by 8 hours: 1000 ml ÷ 8 hours = 125 ml/hr.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is performing a premedication assessment. For which patient would laxative use be contraindicated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Laxative use is contraindicated in appendicitis because it can increase the risk of perforation by stimulating bowel motility, potentially leading to rupture and peritonitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient taking lactulose to treat chronic constipation. Which adverse effect should the nurse immediately report to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Abdominal tenderness may indicate serious complications like bowel obstruction or perforation, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient with nausea and vomiting. Which additional autonomic symptoms that often accompany vomiting will the nurse observe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pallor, sweating, and tachycardia are common autonomic responses to vomiting due to the body's stress response.
Question 5 of 5
A young woman with severe jaundice has an altered body image. The patient says, 'Will I always be this horrible color?' What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This response provides accurate, reassuring information, addressing the patient’s concerns empathetically as jaundice typically resolves with improved liver function.