ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 5-year-old is admitted to the unit following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following would indicate a complication of the surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bright red bleeding post-tonsillectomy signals a complication hemorrhage requiring urgent attention, as it indicates active vessel rupture beyond normal oozing. Decreased intake or sore throat are expected, while restlessness might suggest pain, not bleeding. Nurses monitor for this to intervene promptly, preventing shock or airway compromise in a 5-year-old.
Question 2 of 5
A client is being discharged with a prescription for phenytoin (Dilantin). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brushing and flossing after meals prevents gingival hyperplasia, a common phenytoin side effect meals don't buffer GI upset significantly, weekly blood draws aren't routine, and seizure-only dosing is incorrect. Nurses teach oral hygiene, ensuring adherence and minimizing complications in seizure management.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer regular insulin to a client with Type I diabetes. Which injection site is most appropriate for the morning dose?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The anterior thigh is ideal for morning regular insulin in Type I diabetes, offering steady absorption upper arm is harder to self-administer, abdomen is faster (better for rapid-acting), and buttocks are slower. Nurses rotate sites, teaching clients to use thighs for consistent glucose control, critical for managing this chronic condition effectively.
Question 4 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is receiving depot injections of Haldol Decanoate (haloperidol decanoate). The client should be told to return for his next injection in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a Billroth II procedure. Which position is recommended for this client in the post-operative period?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.