ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing LPN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A true pathogen will cause disease or infection:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A true pathogen causes disease in a healthy person, distinguishing it from opportunistic pathogens that target the immunocompromised. These organisms, like Salmonella, have virulence factors enabling infection regardless of immune status, unlike allergens or rare cases. This understanding guides nursing infection control, emphasizing universal precautions for such pathogens to protect all clients, not just vulnerable ones, in healthcare settings.
Question 2 of 5
You are ready to take the client's oral temperature. You ask this client how long it has been since drinking something hot or cold or smoking. The client admits having just drunk a cup of hot coffee. You will wait how long before taking the temperature?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
The phosphate level of a newborn is best described in which of the following ways when comparing the newborn's phosphate level with that of an adult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Which patient is at the greatest risk for developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to immobility?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A patient post-surgery faces the greatest deep vein thrombosis risk due to immobility during recovery, slowing circulation and promoting clotting. Hypertension or diabetes contributes less directly, and regular exercise reduces risk. Nurses focus on this group with prophylaxis like anticoagulants or leg exercises, recognizing surgery's unique immobility burden as a critical factor in thrombus formation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client receiving oxygen therapy via a non-rebreather mask. What should the nurse do to ensure the mask is functioning effectively?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inflating the reservoir bag prior to inhalation (C) ensures a non-rebreather mask functions effectively, providing a high oxygen reserve (up to 95%) for each breath. Deflation (A) limits oxygen. High flow (B) isn't specific to function. Removing valves (D) defeats the design. Proper bag inflation, per respiratory care, ensures maximal delivery.