ATI LPN
Patient Care Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
An unlicensed assistive staff member asks the nurse manager to explain the beliefs of a Christian Scientist who refuses admission to the hospital after a motor vehicle accident. The best response of the nurse would be which of these statements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Christian Science prioritizes spiritual healing over medical intervention, relying on prayer.
Question 2 of 5
After the shift report in a labor and delivery unit which of these clients would the nurse check first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frothy sputum and no fetal heart tones suggest pulmonary edema and miscarriage, a critical emergency.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is working with parents to plan home care for a 2 year-old with a heart problem. A priority nursing intervention would be to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CPR training is critical for managing potential cardiac emergencies in a child with heart issues.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with atrial fibrillation about the use of Coumadin (warfarin) at home. The need to avoid which of these should be emphasized to the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin K antagonizes warfarin, reducing its anticoagulant effect.
Question 5 of 5
A confused client has been placed in physical restraints by order of the provider. Which task could be assigned to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assisting with ADLs is within UAP scope; monitoring and evaluation require nursing judgment.