ATI LPN
Patient Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A couple asks the nurse about risks of several birth control methods. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking increases cardiovascular risks with oral contraceptives, a key safety concern.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 13 year-old following spinal fusion for scoliosis. Which of the following interventions is appropriate in the immediate post-operative period?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Flat position with logrolling protects the surgical site initially.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a nine month-old infant about diaper dermatitis. Which of the following measures would be appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eliminating a new food tests for allergic triggers of diaper dermatitis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is discussing dietary intake with an adolescent who has acne. The most appropriate statement for the nurse is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A balanced diet supports overall health; no specific food directly causes acne.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux). To assist the client with nutrition needs, the nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Soft, high-calorie meals minimize pain from chewing in trigeminal neuralgia.