ATI LPN
Patient Care Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
At a routine health assessment, a client tells the nurse that she is planning a pregnancy in the near future. She asks about preconception diet changes. Which of the statements made by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Green leafy vegetables provide folate, critical for preventing neural tube defects preconception.
Question 2 of 5
A client with chronic congestive heart failure should be instructed to contact the home health nurse if which finding occurs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rapid weight gain signals fluid retention, a worsening sign in CHF.
Question 3 of 5
A 6 year-old female is diagnosed with recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which one of the following instructions would be best for the nurse to tell the caregiver?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Plain water and shampooing last prevent perineal irritation, reducing UTI risk.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a client with insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. Which client finding calls for immediate nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diaphoresis and shakiness indicate hypoglycemia, requiring urgent intervention.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following signs and/or symptoms would the nurse anticipate finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: DVT causes localized swelling from venous obstruction.