ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 9
Mr. Gary, who has chronic pain wanted to consider Acupuncture to relieve his pain. Which of the following statement is NOT True about acupuncture?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acupuncture uses needles (B), stimulates endorphins (C), and can relieve chronic pain (A), per studies it has scientific basis, making 'no scientific basis' (D) untrue. Research (e.g., NIH) supports its efficacy, refuting D, thus it's the correct false statement.
Question 2 of 9
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of falls. Which intervention will best prevent injury to the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the bed low with the call bell in reach prevents falls by aiding safe mobility signs alert staff but don't act, bright light disorients, and restricting movement risks weakness. Nurses implement this, enhancing safety, crucial for fall-prone clients.
Question 3 of 9
A client with a traumatic brain injury from a motor vehicle crash is being monitored in the intensive care unit. The client's intracranial pressure (ICP) is $22 \mathrm{mmHg}$. Which nursing intervention is appropriate based on this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ICP of 22 mmHg (elevated >20) requires mannitol (C) to reduce cerebral edema osmotically. Saline bolus (A) may worsen ICP. Flat bed (B) increases pressure. Coughing (D) raises ICP. C is correct. Rationale: Mannitol lowers ICP swiftly, a standard intervention in brain injury, per neurocritical care, preventing herniation unlike contraindicated actions.
Question 4 of 9
One (1) tsp is equal to how many drops?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: One teaspoon (5 ml) equals approximately 60 drops (gtts), based on standard drop size.
Question 5 of 9
Which gastrointestinal effect is commonly seen in immobile patients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Constipation frequently affects immobile patients as reduced movement slows peristalsis and increases intestinal water absorption, hardening stool. This disruption in bowel function is a well-documented outcome of limited physical activity, requiring nursing interventions like hydration or laxatives. Appetite doesn't typically rise with immobility, nor does peristalsis speed up it diminishes. Diarrhea isn't a standard effect unless other factors intervene. Nurses tackle this to restore regularity, understanding that immobility's impact on digestion underscores the need for proactive gastrointestinal care in such patients.
Question 6 of 9
The nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia. Which of the following nursing interventions will help prevent complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Coughing and deep breathing prevent pneumonia complications like atelectasis or secretion buildup, promoting lung expansion flat beds, fluid limits, or prone positioning worsen oxygenation. Nurses assist this, enhancing clearance, reducing infection spread or respiratory distress in recovery.
Question 7 of 9
Anastacia Giron-Tupas was the first Filipino nurse to occupy the position of chief nurse in this hospital.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anastacia Giron-Tupas became PGH's first Filipino chief nurse, a landmark in local leadership post-American rule. Unlike St. Paul, Iloilo, or St. Luke's, PGH's prominence amplified her impact e.g., elevating Filipino roles. Her tenure advanced professional recognition, influencing nursing's national identity and autonomy in the early 20th century.
Question 8 of 9
The physician's order reads 'Administer 1 g cefazolin sodium (Ancef) in 150 ml of normal saline solution in 60 minutes.' What is the flow rate if the drop factor is 10 gtt = 1 ml?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flow rate = (150 ml × 10 gtt/ml) ÷ 60 min = 25 gtt/min.
Question 9 of 9
As a nurse manager, which of the following best describes this function?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A nurse manager's role is multifaceted, encompassing planning, organizing, directing, and controlling, as outlined in management theories like Venzon's. This includes formulating a vision (e.g., quality care goals), providing in-service training (e.g., skill updates), and using audits (e.g., outcome reviews) to ensure standards. While initiating lifestyle changes aligns with a change agent, protecting rights with an advocate, and coordinating with a case manager, the manager's broader scope integrates these into institutional leadership. For instance, a manager might train staff on new protocols while auditing compliance, ensuring cohesive care delivery. This comprehensive function distinguishes it from narrower roles, making it pivotal in healthcare settings where strategic oversight drives patient outcomes and staff development.