ATI LPN
Patient Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse who is a native English speaker admits an elderly Mexican-American migrant worker after an accident that occurred during work. To facilitate communication the nurse should initially
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing English proficiency first determines the need for further communication aids.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A 6 month-old infant who is being treated for developmental dysplasia of the hip has been placed in a hip spica cast. The nurse should teach the parents to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring for swelling ensures circulation isn't compromised by the cast.
Question 4 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 5 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.