ATI LPN
ATI Vital Signs Test 58 Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A confirmational test for gestational diabetes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The glucose tolerance test (C) confirms gestational diabetes by measuring glucose response, the gold standard. Fasting sugar (A) and urine sugar (B) are screening tools.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube following a thoracotomy. Which finding requires immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber (A) indicates an air leak, requiring immediate intervention. Fluctuation (B) is normal, 50 mL/hour drainage (C) is acceptable, and no crepitus (D) is expected.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of seizures is prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin). Which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phenytoin causes gingival hyperplasia; gentle brushing (C) prevents gum issues. Stopping for a rash (A) requires medical advice, meals (B) aren’t required, and vitamin K (D) is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing actions are appropriate when caring for a client with dementia? Select one that apply..
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reorienting the client (A) is appropriate. Correcting the client about hallucinations (C) can cause distress and is not helpful.
Question 5 of 5
With which clients is the nurse especially vigilant in actions to prevent infection? Select one that apply..
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chemotherapy (B) increase infection risk due to immunosuppression or chronic illness. Fractures (A) no flu vaccine (C) and allergies (D) are lower risk.