ATI LPN
Patient Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is ordered atropine to be administered preoperatively. Which physiological effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atropine, an anticholinergic, reduces salivary and respiratory secretions preoperatively.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has been teaching an apprehensive primipara who has had initial difficulty in nursing the newborn. What observation at the time of discharge suggests that initial breast feeding is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calm maternal behavior and interaction suggest effective latch and feeding confidence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse discovers that the parents of a 2 year-old child continue to use an apnea monitor each night. The parents state: 'We are concerned about the possible occurrence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).' In order to take appropriate action, the nurse must understand that
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: SIDS risk peaks at 2-4 months and drops significantly after 6 months; at 2 years, monitoring is typically unnecessary.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child with suspected lead poisoning. Which of the following assessments is the nurse most likely to find?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lead poisoning often causes neurobehavioral issues like sleep disturbances in children.
Question 5 of 5
Which of these clients would the triage nurse request the provider examine immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wheezing and grunting in an infant indicate respiratory distress, a life-threatening emergency.