ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
On a home visit, you notice some dust on a vent in your client's room and on the windowsill. Which of the following methods would you teach the family to use for removing dust?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Teaching the family to use a damp cloth removes dust effectively, trapping particles rather than dispersing them, unlike feather dusters or brooms. Vacuuming works but isn't always practical for small areas. This method reduces allergens and infection risks in the home, a simple, accessible nursing intervention for environmental hygiene.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse positioning a client after surgery will take into account that the position, which most often predisposes a client to physiologic processes that suppress respiration, is which of the following positions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Supine position most suppresses respiration post-surgery by limiting diaphragm movement, unlike Fowler's, prone, or side-lying. Nurses adjust this to aid breathing.
Question 3 of 5
What is the primary purpose of repositioning a patient who is immobile?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning an immobile patient primarily aims to prevent pressure ulcers by relieving pressure on skin over bony areas, like the sacrum or heels, and enhancing blood flow. Prolonged immobility risks tissue breakdown due to constant compression, making regular movement a cornerstone of preventive care in nursing. While shifting positions can secondarily support joint mobility, this isn't the main goal specific exercises target that more effectively. Building muscle strength requires active effort beyond repositioning, and though respiratory benefits may occur, they're addressed through targeted interventions like breathing exercises. This focus on skin integrity reflects nursing's priority to mitigate a common, severe complication of immobility, ensuring patient safety and comfort through proactive care.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent contractures in a patient who is immobile?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent position changes prevent contractures in immobile patients by keeping joints mobile and reducing muscle shortening risks. Heat or relaxants offer relief but don't address root immobility, and restraints worsen stiffness. Nurses use this to maintain range of motion, ensuring flexibility and function, a proactive measure against permanent musculoskeletal damage in prolonged stillness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving high-flow oxygen therapy via a noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) device. What is an important nursing intervention for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing frequent oral care (C) is key with NPPV (e.g., CPAP/BiPAP), as high-flow air dries the mouth, risking sores or discomfort. Q4h SpO2 (A) isn't specific to NPPV. Q15min RR (B) is excessive. 1-2 L/min (D) doesn't apply to NPPV. Oral care enhances comfort, per critical care standards, vital for compliance.