ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Oxygenation Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving oxygen therapy via a Venturi mask. What is an important nursing intervention for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should adjust the oxygen flow rate on the Venturi mask according to the prescribed percentage of inspired oxygen (FiO2). The specific flow rate and FiO2 will be specified in the healthcare provider's orders.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse provides care for a client who is 1-day post-partum following a vaginal delivery. Which task can be delegated to the assistive personnel (AP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obtaining vital signs may be delegated (right task) as long as the client is stable (right circumstance). In the scenario, the client is 1 day postpartum and there is no indication the client is unstable.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse explains how to recognize an impending attack to the parents of a child who has asthma. Which symptoms should be discussed? Select one that doesn't apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 1. Itching, especially of the front of the neck and upper part of back, are associated with an impending asthma attack. Prodromal symptoms usually begin to occur approximately six hours before an attack. 3. Headache is not associated with asthma prodrome but is listed as correct in the document; however, this may be a typo—correct symptoms include other options. 4. A change in behavior, usually agitation and irritability, may indicate an impending asthma attack. 5. Abdominal discomfort and anorexia are prodromal symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse provides care for a client who reports sudden onset of sweating, shortness of breath, dizziness, and pounding heart. Which ABG value should be expected?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client is reporting symptoms characteristic of an acute attack. This ABG value represents respiratory alkalosis (↑pH, ↓PaCO₂) which can result from excessive loss of carbon dioxide. Examples of conditions that can cause this include: hyperventilation, anxiety, fear, mechanical ventilation, high altitudes, salicylate toxicity, and early stages of shock and acute pulmonary problems.
Question 5 of 5
An older adult who has facial drooping, a weak cough, and absent gag reflex is admitted for treatment. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should contact the speech-language pathologist and request an evaluation. A speech-language pathologist will evaluate the client’s ability to swallow. If dysphagia is present, the nurse should implement additional measures to prevent aspiration and promote nutrition.