ATI LPN
PN ATI Capstone Fundamentals Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 9
A nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled for cataract surgery. The client states, "I see just fine and have decided to cancel my surgery." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging the client to share their thoughts helps the nurse understand the client's concerns and facilitates a supportive discussion.
Question 2 of 9
A nurse is preparing to transfer a client from a chair to the bed. The client can bear partial weight and has upper body strength. Which device should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A stand-assist lift is appropriate for patients who can bear partial weight and have upper body strength.
Question 3 of 9
A nurse is sitting with the partner of a client who recently died. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to facilitate mourning?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging the partner to ask for help fosters support and facilitates the grieving process.
Question 4 of 9
A nurse is completing an admission assessment for a client who has hearing loss. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using written communication can help ensure that the client understands the information being conveyed.
Question 5 of 9
A nurse is preparing to perform a sterile dressing change for a client who has a surgical wound. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent contamination during the dressing change?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If liquid comes in contact with the sterile field at any point, it is considered contaminated and unsterile, necessitating the restart of the procedure.
Question 6 of 9
A nurse is performing a cultural assessment of a group of clients to maintain respect for their value systems and beliefs. Which of the following should the nurse identify as examples of cultural variables?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eye contact, personal space, and touch are cultural variables that can affect communication.
Question 7 of 9
A nurse is caring for an older adult who has a nonpalpable skin lesion that is less than 0.5 cm (0.2 in) in diameter. Which of the following terms should the nurse use to document this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A macule is a nonpalpable lesion smaller than 1 cm in diameter, such as a freckle.
Question 8 of 9
A nurse finds a client on the floor of their room experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the client on their side with their head forward helps maintain an open airway and prevents aspiration.
Question 9 of 9
A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. What should the nurse identify as a sign of catheter occlusion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bladder distention indicates the inability to empty the bladder, which can be a sign of catheter occlusion.