ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Concept 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which client would the nurse identify as high risk for developing aspiration pneumonia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Patients who have had a stroke are at high risk for aspiration pneumonia due to potential impairment of their swallowing mechanisms and decreased gag reflex.
Question 2 of 5
What is the desired peripheral capillary oxygen saturation (Spo2) level in the patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This range is generally considered acceptable for most patients with COPD. It provides a balance between ensuring adequate oxygenation while avoiding the risk of oxygen toxicity. Oxygen saturation levels within this range can help alleviate symptoms of hypoxemia without causing hyperoxia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of gastrointestinal perforation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Severe upper abdominal pain is a hallmark symptom of gastrointestinal perforation. Perforation can lead to the leakage of gastric contents into the peritoneal cavity, causing intense, sharp pain in the upper abdomen. The pain may be sudden and severe and can radiate to the back or shoulders.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with newly diagnosed diabetes asks the nurse what to take for low blood sugar. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to suggest?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Raisins are a source of carbohydrates, particularly simple sugars like glucose and fructose, which can quickly raise blood sugar levels during an episode of hypoglycemia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with pneumonia. Which lab abnormality is most concerning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An elevated white blood cell (WB
C) count, specifically an elevation in the neutrophil count (neutrophilia), is commonly seen in pneumonia. It indicates an inflammatory response to the infection and is a typical finding in bacterial pneumonia.