ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
An obstetrical client calls the clinic with complaints of morning sickness. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping crackers bedside for pre-rising nibbling reduces morning sickness by settling stomach acid milk may worsen nausea, skipping meals risks hunger, and sugary juice lacks evidence. Nurses suggest this, easing early pregnancy discomfort safely.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. Which exercise should the nurse recommend to improve joint mobility?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swimming three times a week improves joint mobility in rheumatoid arthritis with low impact running and knee bends stress joints, weights may strain. Nurses suggest this, reducing stiffness, supporting function in this chronic inflammatory condition.
Question 3 of 5
The most common cause of blindness in India is :
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blindness in India has multiple causes, but cataracts dominate due to aging and limited surgical access. Cataracts (choice A) cloud the lens, causing reversible blindness if treated, and account for over 60% of cases per surveys like the National Blindness Registry. Trachoma (choice B), a bacterial infection, is less prevalent now due to improved sanitation. Refractive errors (choice C), like myopia, are common but correctable with glasses, not a leading cause of permanent blindness. Vitamin A deficiency (choice D) causes blindness in children (xerophthalmia) but is rarer in adults. A is correct, as cataracts' high incidence and treatability make them the top focus of public health efforts. Nurses assist in screening, preoperative care, and post-surgical follow-up, critical for reducing this preventable burden.
Question 4 of 5
In breech presentation denominator is :
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In obstetrics, the denominator is the fetal part defining presentation. In breech (buttocks down), the sacrum (choice A) is the reference point, determining positions (e.g., sacroanterior). Femur (choice B), shoulder (choice C), or leg (choice D) aren't denominators; legs vary in flexed/extended breech but don't define it. A is correct, per standard fetal positioning. Nurses monitor breech risks (e.g., cord prolapse), assist in version or cesarean planning, and support safe delivery.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a complication of splenectomy :
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Splenectomy removes the spleen, increasing risks. Cholecystitis (choice A), appendicitis (choice B), and gastritis (choice D) aren't directly linked. Pancreatitis (choice C) can occur, especially if surgery (e.g., for trauma) damages the pancreas, a nearby organ. C is correct, a known risk. Nurses monitor for abdominal pain, fever, and enzyme levels, managing this potential post-op issue.