ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 25 : Diagnostic Tests Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings indicate a left shift and bacterial infection in an adult?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A left shift is indicated by an elevated band neutrophil count (>10%), as seen in option A (30% bands), suggesting a bacterial infection.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following tests or procedures is (are) beneficial in evaluation of the kidneys?
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E,F
Rationale: IV pyelogram, 24-hour urine, urinalysis, GFR, and creatinine tests assess kidney function, structure, or waste excretion.
Question 3 of 5
You are to provide nursing care for a patient who just had a femoral arteriogram. Which of the following actions would take priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the puncture site for bleeding is the priority to prevent life-threatening hemorrhage post-femoral arteriogram.
Question 4 of 5
You should measure the abdominal girth and weight of a patient who is about to undergo:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring abdominal girth and weight is critical before paracentesis to monitor fluid removal and assess for complications.
Question 5 of 5
When performing a 12-lead ECG, you know that you will apply:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 12-lead ECG requires 10 lead wires to record electrical activity from multiple angles of the heart.