ATI LPN
Patient Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse manager is using the technique of brainstorming to help solve a problem. One nurse criticizes another nurse's contribution and begins to find objections to the suggestion. The nurse manager's best response is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Brainstorming requires nonjudgmental idea collection; criticism stifles creativity.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a newborn the day after birth. A high pitched cry, irritability and lack of interest in feeding are noted. The mother signed her own discharge against medical advice. What intervention is appropriate nursing care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing stimuli addresses irritability, possibly due to withdrawal or stress.
Question 3 of 5
A 4 month-old child taking digoxin (Lanoxin) has a blood pressure of 92/78; resting pulse of 78 BPM; respirations 28 and a potassium level of 4.8 mEq/L. The client is irritable and has vomited twice since the morning dose of digoxin. Which finding is most indicative of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bradycardia (pulse 78 BPM, low for an infant) is a classic sign of digoxin toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about the healthy use of ego defense mechanisms. An appropriate goal for this client would be
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Healthy ego defenses reduce fear and maintain self-esteem adaptively.
Question 5 of 5
When caring for a client with advanced cirrhosis of the liver, which nursing diagnosis should take priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hemorrhage risk (e.g., from varices) is life-threatening in advanced cirrhosis.