ATI LPN
Chapter 14 Organizing Patient Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse and client are talking about the client's progress toward understanding his behavior under stress. This is typical of which phase in the therapeutic relationship?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The working phase involves discussing progress and understanding behavior, per therapeutic relationship stages. Pre-interaction is preparation, orientation establishes rapport, and termination concludes. C fits the active collaboration described.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most important consideration when teaching parents how to reduce risks in the home?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Age of children in the home is most important. Developmental stages dictate risk types (e.g., choking, falls), per safety education. Parental factors , services , and number matter but age-specific risks drive tailored teaching, making D the priority.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching diet restrictions for a client with Addison's disease. The client would indicate an understanding of the diet by stating
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I will increase sodium and fluids and restrict potassium' shows understanding for Addison's disease. Adrenal insufficiency causes sodium loss and potassium retention, per endocrine nursing. B and C overcorrect potassium, D is opposite. A matches physiology.
Question 4 of 5
In preparing medications for a client with a gastrostomy tube, the nurse should contact the health care provider before administering which of the following drugs through the tube?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardizem SR tablet requires provider contact. Sustained-release forms shouldn't be crushed for tube administration, per pharmacology, risking altered absorption. Liquid Lanoxin and Tylenol are safe, Os-cal may need adjustment but isn't primary. A ensures safety.
Question 5 of 5
A 6 year-old child diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis (AGN) is experiencing anorexia, moderate edema and elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. The child requests a peanut butter sandwich for lunch. What would the nurse's best response to this request?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: I know that is your favorite, but let me help you pick another lunch' is best. AGN requires sodium and protein restriction; peanut butter is high in both, per renal nursing. A allows it, B is abrupt, D delays. C balances empathy and health.