ATI LPN
HESI LPN Fundamentals Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
In Maslow's hierarchy of physiologic needs, the human need of greatest priority is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxygen is the most critical physiologic need for survival.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse assesses a prolonged late deceleration of the fetal heart rate while the client is receiving oxytocin (Pitocin) IV to stimulate labor. The priority nursing intervention would be to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stopping oxytocin reduces uterine stimulation, potentially relieving fetal distress.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following interventions will help lessen the effect of GERD (acid reflux)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the bed head uses gravity to reduce acid reflux.
Question 4 of 5
Vivid dreaming occurs in which stage of sleep?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: REM sleep is when vivid dreaming occurs, with rapid eye movements.
Question 5 of 5
When bathing a patient's extremities, the nurse should use long, firm strokes from the distal to the proximal areas. This technique:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Distal-to-proximal strokes enhance venous return, improving circulation.