ATI LPN
Quizlet LPN Fundamentals Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 38-year old patient's vital signs at 8 a.m. are axillary temperature 99.6 F (37.6 C); pulse rate, 88; respiratory rate, 30. Which findings should be reported?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 30 (normal 12-20) and axillary temp of 99.6 F (slightly high) warrant reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted to the hospital with a history of confusion. The client has difficulty remembering recent events and becomes disoriented when away from home. Which statement would provide the best reality orientation for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This statement clearly provides time, place, and person for orientation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is instructing a woman in a low-fat, high-fiber diet. Which of the following food choices, if selected by the client, indicate an understanding of a low-fat, high-fiber diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This option is low-fat (vegetable stock) and high-fiber (legumes, oat bread).
Question 4 of 5
A patient must receive 50 units of Humulin regular insulin. The label reads 100 units = 1 ml. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 50 units ÷ 100 units/ml = 0.5 ml.
Question 5 of 5
Refers to the moral values and beliefs that are used as guides to personal behavior and actions
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Character refers to moral values and beliefs like honesty or compassion that steer actions, distinct from philosophy (life's purpose), personality (traits), or charm (attractiveness). In nursing, character drives ethical decisions e.g., reporting a medication error despite pressure. It's the moral backbone, shaped by upbringing and culture, ensuring integrity in patient care, a critical attribute in professional conduct.