ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Practice Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
At term approximate placental weight is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The placenta grows throughout pregnancy to support the fetus. At term (37-40 weeks), its weight averages 500-600 g (choice B), about 1/6th of fetal weight, reflecting its role in nutrient exchange. 300 g (choice A) is too light, typical of earlier gestation. 700 g (choice C) or 900 g (choice D) suggest pathology (e.g., diabetes, hydrops). B is correct, aligning with obstetric norms. Nurses assess placental health post-delivery, noting weight and appearance, ensuring no retained tissue causes postpartum complications.
Question 2 of 5
The primary cause of pain in inflammation is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The primary cause of pain in inflammation is compression of local nerve endings by edema fluids (C). Swelling from increased capillary permeability presses on nerves, triggering pain signals. Pain mediators (A) like prostaglandins sensitize nerves but aren't the primary cause. Nerve injury (B) may occur but isn't typical in inflammation's onset. Reduced circulation (D) causes ischemia-related pain, not inflammation's hallmark. Edema's mechanical pressure directly stimulates nociceptors, aligning with inflammation's sequence and making C the correct answer.
Question 3 of 5
Which among these drugs is NOT an anxiolytic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Luvox (D), fluvoxamine, is an SSRI for OCD and depression, not an anxiolytic. Valium (A, diazepam), Ativan (B, lorazepam), and Milltown (C, meprobamate) are benzodiazepines or anxiolytics for anxiety relief. Luvox targets serotonin, not GABA like anxiolytics, per pharmacology, making D the correct non-anxiolytic.
Question 4 of 5
Whitney, a patient of nurse Budek, verbalizes... 'I have nothing, nothing... nothing! Don't make me close one more door, I don't wanna hurt anymore!' Which of the following is the most appropriate response by Budek?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: What makes you say that?' (B) is most appropriate, exploring Whitney's despair therapeutically, per Peplau. 'Why are you singing?' (A) dismisses, 'You are everything' (C) denies, and 'What is that?' (D) avoids depth. B invites dialogue, making it correct.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following concept is most important in establishing a therapeutic nurse patient relationship?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Understanding patients test trust (D) is most important; it's foundational for rapport, per Peplau. Full understanding (A) evolves later, role modeling (B) is secondary, maladaptive behavior (C) follows trust. D initiates the relationship, making it correct.