ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Gastrointestinal Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which organism or disorder is responsible for many cases of PUD?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: H. pylori is the leading cause of PUD, damaging the stomach lining and increasing acid production.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with esophageal surgery who has had stents placed in the esophagus and instructs the patient how best to avoid regurgitation. What should the nurse include in this instruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smaller meals reduce stomach overfilling, minimizing regurgitation and pressure on the esophageal stent.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to give a tube feeding using a large syringe. What action should the nurse implement before starting the infusion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flushing the tube before feeding ensures it is patent and free of blockages, preventing aspiration or feeding tube complications.
Question 5 of 5
Order: Colace 25 mg PO PRN for constipation. Available: Colace 20mg/5ml. How much will the nurse give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Since 20 mg is in 5ml, to administer 25mg: 25mg × 5ml/20mg = 6.25ml.