ATI LPN
Patient Care Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A Hispanic client confides in the nurse that she is concerned that staff may give her newborn the 'evil eye.' The nurse should communicate to other personnel that the appropriate approach is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In some Hispanic cultures, touching the baby after looking prevents the 'evil eye' (mal de ojo).
Question 2 of 5
While caring for a client with infective endocarditis, the nurse must be alert for signs of pulmonary embolism. Which of the following assessment findings suggests this complication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea and cough indicate pulmonary embolism, a risk from emboli in endocarditis.
Question 3 of 5
A client with chronic congestive heart failure should be instructed to contact the home health nurse if which finding occurs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rapid weight gain signals fluid retention, a worsening sign in CHF.
Question 4 of 5
A 6 year-old female is diagnosed with recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which one of the following instructions would be best for the nurse to tell the caregiver?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Plain water and shampooing last prevent perineal irritation, reducing UTI risk.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a client with insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. Which client finding calls for immediate nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diaphoresis and shakiness indicate hypoglycemia, requiring urgent intervention.