ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals of Nursing Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is kept off food and fluids for 10 hours before surgery. His oral temperature at 8 a.m. is 99.8 F (37.7 C). This temperature reading probably indicates:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A slight elevation post-NPO likely reflects dehydration, not infection or anxiety.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who states her last menstrual period was March 17, and she has missed one period. She reports episodes of nausea and vomiting. Pregnancy is confirmed by a urine test. What will the nurse calculate as the estimated date of delivery (EDD)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using Naegele's rule: March 17 + 7 days - 3 months = December 24.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing several clients in a long term health care facility. Which client is at highest risk for development of decubitus ulcers?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Malnutrition, age, and bed rest increase pressure ulcer risk significantly.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a patient to prepare a syringe with 40 units of U-100 NPH insulin for self-injection. The patient's first priority concerning self-injection in this situation is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Verifying the dose ensures accuracy and safety before injection.
Question 5 of 5
The most unique characteristic of nursing as a profession is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Caring uniquely defines nursing, distinguishing it from other professions like medicine (treatment-focused) or engineering (technical). Rooted in theorists like Watson and Leininger, caring integrates compassion with skill, addressing physical, emotional, and social needs e.g., comforting a dying patient beyond mere medication. Education and theory support this, while autonomy enables it, but caring's relational essence is the core. This singularity shapes nursing's identity, evident in patient advocacy and holistic care, setting it apart in healthcare.