ATI LPN
ATI LPN n117 fundamentals exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the manifestations of hyperglycemia with a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thirst indicates hyperglycemia as the body attempts to excrete excess glucose, causing dehydration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who arrives at the emergency department after an industrial explosion. The nurse inspects the wound on the client's leg and finds torn skin tissue underneath. The nurse should report this as which of the following types of wounds?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Laceration involves torn skin with irregular edges, matching the description of torn tissue from an explosion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has dysphagia. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pneumonia, especially aspiration pneumonia, is a major risk in dysphagia due to potential inhalation of food or liquids.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is administering an enteral feeding through a client's NG tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing with 30 mL of sterile water ensures tube patency and prevents clogging before feeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from an older adult client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hyperglycemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Poor wound healing is a hyperglycemia sign due to impaired immune response.