ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam 1 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
If a patient's blood pressure is 150/96, his pulse pressure is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulse pressure is systolic minus diastolic: 150 - 96 = 54.
Question 2 of 5
A 64-year-old client scheduled for surgery with a general anesthetic refuses to remove a set of dentures prior to leaving the unit for the operating room. What would be the most appropriate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing removal in the OR area respects the client's control and reduces anxiety.
Question 3 of 5
After a myocardial infarction, a client is placed on a sodium restricted diet. When the nurse is teaching the client about the diet, which meal plan would be the most appropriate to suggest?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Turkey, fresh sweet potato, and green beans are low in sodium, suitable for the diet.
Question 4 of 5
To ensure homogenization when diluting powdered medication in a vial, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gentle rolling ensures even mixing without degrading the medication.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is NOT an attribute of a professional?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Professionalism in nursing demands self-direction (autonomous decision-making), a spirit of inquiry (research-driven practice), and independence (accountability), traits ensuring quality care. Concern with quantity focusing on output over excellence clashes with this. Nurses prioritize quality, using tools like audits to assess effectiveness (e.g., patient recovery rates), not just the number of tasks completed. This aligns with Jahoda's definition and nursing's ethical code, where patient outcomes trump volume, a principle reinforced in practice standards and education.