ATI LPN
Dewitt Fundamentals Quizlet LPN Pass Medications Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client who is unconscious needs frequent mouth care. When performing mouth care, the best position of a client is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Side-lying prevents aspiration in an unconscious client during mouth care.
Question 2 of 5
The four main concepts common to nursing that appear in each of the current conceptual models are:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Person, environment, health, and nursing are foundational to nursing models.
Question 3 of 5
The physician orders the administration of high-humidity oxygen by face mask and placement of the patient in a high Fowler's position. After assessing Mrs. Paul, the nurse writes the following nursing diagnosis: Impaired gas exchange related to increased secretions. Which of the following nursing interventions has the greatest potential for improving this situation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydration thins secretions, aiding clearance and improving gas exchange.
Question 4 of 5
What question would be most important to ask a male client who is in for a digital rectal examination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Change in urinary stream force may indicate prostate issues, relevant to a rectal exam.
Question 5 of 5
The pathological process causing esophageal varices is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Portal hypertension causes blood to back up into esophageal veins.