ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Gastrointestinal Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the mechanism of action of a stimulant laxative?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stimulant laxatives, like bisacodyl and senna, irritate the intestinal lining, stimulating nerve endings to promote peristalsis and evacuation.
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is assigned to follow-up on a patient recently diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which primary symptom should the nurse take into consideration when updating the nursing interventions on this patient's care plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heartburn is the hallmark symptom of GERD, caused by the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus.
Question 3 of 5
Order: Zofran 8 mg po before chemotherapy available: Zofran 4mg/5ml how much will the nurse give?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To administer 8mg of Zofran (4mg/5ml): (8mg / 4mg) × 5ml = 10ml.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient's mouth and notes white, milk curd-appearing plaques attached to the oral mucosa. Which condition is present?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thrush, caused by Candida albicans, is characterized by white, milk-curd-like plaques on the oral mucosa.
Question 5 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.