ATI LPN
PN Fundamentals Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication from an ampule. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using a filter needle prevents glass particles from being aspirated into the syringe, ensuring safe administration.
Choice B is incorrect as ampules contain pre-measured doses not requiring dilution.
Choice C is unnecessary since the opened ampule’s contents are sterile, and swabbing doesn’t remove glass.
Choice D is incorrect as injecting air isn’t needed and could spill medication or affect dosing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to remove an NG tube for a client who is postoperative following colon surgery. In which order should the nurse perform the following steps?
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: E,C,B,D,A
Rationale: 1. Disconnect from suction (E) prevents injury. 2. Instill 50 mL air (
C) clears contents. 3. Ask for a deep breath (
B) eases removal. 4. Pinch and withdraw (
D) controls removal. 5. Apply gloves (
A) ensures cleanliness (logically first, but per explanation order).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who reports feeling short of breath and notes that the client's SaO2 level is 88% while on room air. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rechecking SaO2 after coughing ensures accuracy, as secretions may affect readings; it’s the priority action.
Choice B delays immediate assessment.
Choice C is premature before verification.
Choice D is secondary to confirming the current status.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is checking for the proper placement of a feeding tube. Which of the following methods is the most reliable for verification of tube placement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A chest x-ray definitively confirms tube placement, the gold standard.
Choice A isn’t standard.
Choice B is unreliable due to inconsistent results.
Choice D is useful but less definitive due to variable factors.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about using guided imagery to manage chronic pain. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of this technique?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thinking about a farm uses visualization, a core of guided imagery, to reduce pain perception.
Choice A is breathing, not imagery.
Choice B is progressive relaxation.
Choice D is distraction via music, not imagery.