ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor Questions
Question 1 of 5
A healthcare professional is planning care for a client who has a prescription for mechanical restraints. Which of the following interventions should the healthcare professional include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When a client has a prescription for mechanical restraints, it is essential to provide continuous monitoring for their safety and to observe any behavioral changes. Having a staff member stay with the client continuously allows for immediate intervention if needed. Documenting the client's status every 60 minutes (
Choice
A) may not provide real-time monitoring, which is crucial in this situation. While measuring vital signs every 4 hours (
Choice
C) is important, continuous observation takes precedence in this scenario. Obtaining a prescription for the restraints every 8 hours (
Choice
D) is not a necessary intervention once the initial prescription is in place.
Question 2 of 5
What are the differences between viral and bacterial infections?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Corrected
Rationale: Viral infections often cause fatigue and body aches, while bacterial infections are more likely to cause high fever and localized pain.
Choice A is the correct answer as it accurately reflects the symptoms commonly associated with viral infections. Bacterial infections, on the other hand, typically present with fever and localized pain, as stated in choice B.
Choice C is incorrect as viral infections do not respond to antibiotics, while choice D is inaccurate because bacterial infections may require antibiotic treatment and are not always self-limiting.
Question 3 of 5
What are the key nursing interventions for a patient with a tracheostomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is to maintain a patent airway and monitor for infection. These are crucial nursing interventions for patients with tracheostomies to ensure adequate oxygenation and prevent complications. Suctioning airway secretions and providing humidified oxygen can be part of the care plan but are not as essential as maintaining a patent airway. Educating the patient on self-care and tracheostomy cleaning is important for long-term management but is not as immediate as ensuring a patent airway and monitoring for infection. Changing tracheostomy ties daily is a specific task related to tracheostomy care but is not as critical as ensuring the airway is clear and infection-free.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following hip replacement surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent dislocation of the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct action to prevent dislocation of the prosthesis after hip replacement surgery is to avoid placing a pillow under the client's knees. Placing a pillow can cause hip adduction, leading to dislocation. Crossing the client's legs at the knees and elevating the client's legs can also increase the risk of hip dislocation. Maintaining the client's legs in a neutral position is important to prevent complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with a presentation at a community center about personal disaster preparedness. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend for preparing a home disaster supply kit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Store enough water for 3 days.' When preparing a home disaster supply kit, it is crucial to include enough water to last at least 3 days. This is because clean drinking water may not be readily available during a disaster situation.
Choice B, 'Maintain communication with family,' is important for coordination but not directly related to preparing a supply kit.
Choice C, 'Prepare only non-perishable food,' is also important but does not address the specific recommendation for water.
Choice D, 'Prepare multiple escape routes,' is crucial for evacuation planning but does not pertain to the contents of a home disaster supply kit.