ATI LPN
Nursing Fundamental Physical Assessment LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is identified as having remittent fever. This means that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Remittent fever features temperature spikes and drops above 38°C, fluctuating daily but never normalizing (e.g., 38.5°C to 39.5°C), common in infections like typhoid. Constant temperature above 38°C with little change is sustained fever, not remittent lacking variation. Spikes with normal returns within 24 hours suggest intermittent fever (e.g., malaria). Periods of fever with normal intervals also fit intermittent, not remittent, which stays elevated. Remittent's persistent elevation with swings distinguishes it, aiding nurses in monitoring and reporting patterns, making this the accurate definition for care planning.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following technique involves the sense of sight?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inspection uses visual observation to assess the client.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is an example of nursing malpractice?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering penicillin to an allergic patient meets malpractice criteria: error, injury, and causation.
Question 4 of 5
An additional Vitamin C is required during all of the following periods except:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Young adulthood doesn't typically require extra Vitamin C, unlike growth or stress periods.
Question 5 of 5
When observing 4-year-old children playing in the hospital playroom, what activity would the nurse expect to see the children participating in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cooperative play is typical for 4-year-olds, reflecting social development.