ATI LPN
Patient Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client has a chest tube inserted following a left lower lobectomy required by a stab wound to the chest. While repositioning the client, the nurse notices 200 cc of dark, red fluid flows into the collection chamber of the chest drain. What is the most appropriate nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Continuing to monitor the rate of drainage is most appropriate. 200 cc of dark red fluid post-lobectomy is expected initially, per surgical nursing. Clamping risks tension pneumothorax, calling or transfusion is premature without trends. D assesses stability.
Question 2 of 5
Which of these actions is the primary nursing intervention designed to limit transmission of a client's Salmonella infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Washing hands thoroughly before and after contact is the primary intervention for Salmonella. It prevents fecal-oral transmission, per infection control standards, universally effective. Gloves (B, C, D) supplement but handwashing is foundational. A limits spread.
Question 3 of 5
A client has been on antibiotics for 72 hours for cystitis. Which report from the client requires priority attention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever suggests worsening infection or systemic spread, requiring urgent evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
The registered nurse (RN) is making decisions regarding client room assignments on a pediatric unit. Which possible roommate would be most appropriate for a 3 year-old child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-surgical child has no infectious risk, unlike others with potential communicable diseases.
Question 5 of 5
A client with atrial fibrillation is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin). Which of these assessments is most important for the nurse to perform?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digoxin slows heart rate; assessing apical pulse ensures it's not below 60 BPM, preventing bradycardia.