ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Concept 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Your client has told you that they have been experiencing intermittent upper abdominal pain about 3 hours after eating and at times will even be awaken in the middle of the night by this pain. You suspect that your client may have which type of peptic ulcer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Duodenal ulcers are peptic ulcers that develop in the first part of the small intestine, known as the duodenum. The classic symptom of a duodenal ulcer is intermittent upper abdominal pain that occurs about 2 to 3 hours after eating, particularly meals that contain acidic or spicy foods.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is admitted to a respiratory unit with a diagnosis of bacterial pneumonia. Findings include a fever and a weak, congested-sounding cough with moist crackles throughout the lung fields. How should the nurse prioritize care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The inability to clear the airway is a critical issue. This patient has a weak, congested-sounding cough and moist crackles, indicating that secretions are present and not being effectively cleared. This can lead to airway obstruction, decreased oxygenation, and further respiratory complications. Clearing the airway is a top priority to ensure the patient can breathe properly and prevent further deterioration.
Question 3 of 5
A 33-year-old patient has pneumonia. When the nurse assesses this patient, which of the following data will receive the highest priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Restlessness can be an early sign of hypoxia. Chest wall movement provides information about the effort and effectiveness of breathing, and the color of the nails can indicate cyanosis, which is a sign of poor oxygenation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parents of a child who is starting to use a spacer with a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) to treat asthma. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The primary purpose of the spacer is to increase the amount of medication that reaches the lungs and to reduce the amount deposited in the oropharynx (throat). The spacer helps to ensure that more medication is delivered directly to the airways where it is needed, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the treatment and reducing side effects.
Question 5 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.