ATI LPN
Patient Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Dirt in the living space and unattended or unsafe property may be indicators of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dirt and unsafe conditions suggest neglect , a failure to maintain a client's environment, risking health or safety, common in self-neglect or caregiver oversight. Physical abuse involves direct harm, not environmental neglect. Defamation is reputational harm, unrelated. Psychological abuse targets emotions, not physical space. PSWs assess living conditions as neglect indicators, per care standards, making 'Neglect' the correct match for these environmental signs.
Question 2 of 5
The amount of fluid a resident may have will be recorded over which period of time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid intake/output is tracked over 24 hours to assess daily balance, a standard in care plans for monitoring hydration or conditions like kidney issues. Shorter periods (Choices A, B) lack context, and a week is too long for daily needs. PSWs document this, per facility protocols, making '24 hours' the correct and practical timeframe.
Question 3 of 5
Passive range of motion exercises primarily prevent:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Passive range of motion (ROM) exercises, where PSWs move limbs, primarily prevent joint contractures by maintaining flexibility in immobile clients, per physical therapy principles. Pressure ulcers relate to repositioning. Muscle atrophy and spasms may benefit, but contractures are the main target. This focus aligns with PSW restorative roles, making 'Joint contractures' the correct primary prevention.
Question 4 of 5
If a newborn infant will be breastfed, the mother should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breastfeeding success involves hygiene and technique. Washing hands prevents infection, holding close aids latching, stimulating rooting triggers sucking all key steps, per lactation guidance. 'All of the above' combines these, essential for PSWs assisting, making it the correct and complete approach.
Question 5 of 5
When a client is in late stage dementia:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Late-stage dementia clients are frail, and CPR or gastric tubes often fail to improve quality of life, per palliative ethics. CPR effectiveness is low, hospital transfer or tubes may prolong suffering. PSWs follow care plans, making 'Attempting CPR and inserting a gastric tube are not helpful' the correct stance.