ATI LPN
Patient Comfort Questions Shadow Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
As the RN responsible for a client in isolation, which can be delegated to the practical nurse (PN)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reinforcing isolation precautions can be delegated to a PN. It's educational, within PN scope, unlike attitude assessment , staff evaluation , or environmental risk , which require RN judgment. A supports infection control safely, making it delegable.
Question 2 of 5
When observing 4 year-old children playing in the hospital playroom, what activity would the nurse expect to see the children participating in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cooperative play with preschoolers is expected for 4-year-olds. Per Erikson/Piaget, initiative and preoperational stages foster social interaction, unlike competitive games , parallel play , or solitary . D matches development, making it the norm.
Question 3 of 5
A client states, 'People think I'm no good, you know what I mean?' Which of these responses would be most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: I'm not sure what you mean. Tell me a bit more about that' is most therapeutic. It clarifies, encourages elaboration, and builds trust, per communication principles. Projection , reassurance , or analysis assume or judge. C fosters understanding, making it the best response.
Question 4 of 5
The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) reports a sudden increase in temperature to 101 degrees Fahrenheit for a post surgical client. The nurse checks on the client's condition and observes a cup of steaming coffee at the bedside. What instructions are appropriate to give to the UAP?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recheck temperature 15 minutes after removing hot liquids' is appropriate. Coffee likely raised oral temp; rechecking ensures accuracy. Fluids (A, C) or charting miss causation. B aligns with protocol, making it correct.
Question 5 of 5
A client frequently admitted to the locked psychiatric unit repeatedly compliments and invites one of the nurses to go out on a date. The nurse's response should be to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discussing therapeutic boundaries is best. It reinforces professional limits, addressing behavior constructively, per ethics. Reassignment , reprimand , or policy avoid engagement. D maintains care, making it optimal.