ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Oxygenation NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing evidence-based practice principles about administration of oxygen therapy with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following actions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regulate oxygen via nasal cannula at a flow rate of no more than 6 L/min. The nurse should regulate the flow by aligning the middle of the ball, the reservoir bag of a partial rebreather should inflate one third to one half, and only use water-soluble lubricant to protect the client's skin.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and refuses to use an incentive spirometer following major abdominal surgery. Which of the following actions is the nurse’s priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Determine the reasons why the client is refusing to use the incentive spirometer.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diarrhea due to shigella. Which of the following precautions should the nurse implement for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wear a gown when caring for the client. Shigella requires contact precautions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client’s readiness to learn about insulin self-administration. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is ready to learn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I can concentrate best in the morning.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who suffers from chronic constipation. The nurse asks questions to evaluate whether the client uses laxatives to manage this condition. Which of the following best describes the rationale for this action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic laxative use, especially if misused (e.g., over-reliance or improper dosing), can lead to a condition known as laxative dependency, where the bowel becomes less responsive to normal stimuli, worsening constipation over time. Option B (magnesium buildup leading to diarrhea) is a potential side effect of certain laxatives but doesn’t explain evaluating their use in constipation. Option C (rectal sphincter damage) is unlikely with standard laxative use. Option D (replacing fiber intake) is a mischaracterization—laxatives supplement, not replace, dietary interventions like fiber.