ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a common cause of urinary incontinence?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weak pelvic floor muscles are a common cause of urinary incontinence. These muscles support the bladder and urethra, and theirunofficial, weakening leads to involuntary urine leakage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has chronic kidney disease about the process of continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CAPD involves continuous dialysis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with multiple exchanges of dialysate throughout the day to manage CKD symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a patient diagnosed with a stroke resulting in language disorder. Which type of disorder does the nurse recognize if the patient raises an arm in response to the nurse's direction to stick out his tongue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Receptive aphasia causes difficulty understanding language, leading to inappropriate responses.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is visiting a patient who performs peritoneal dialysis at home. The nurse is evaluating the patient's technique. Which finding requires additional teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using clean technique when instilling the dialysate is incorrect. Peritoneal dialysis requires sterile technique to prevent infection.
Question 5 of 5
What are the initial symptoms of ICP (increased intracranial pressure)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restlessness, irritability, and decreased LOC are early signs of increased intracranial pressure.