ATI LPN
Patient Care Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following is true of newborn breastfed babies:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breastfed newborns nurse on demand, often every 2-3 hours , per pediatric norms, not a fixed 4-6 hours or schedule . Stool is mustard-yellow, not brown formed . PSWs supporting families note this frequent feeding, making 'They usually nurse 2 to 3 hours day and night' the correct truth.
Question 2 of 5
Brain injuries can be caused by all of the following except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brain injuries result from stroke via blood flow loss, head trauma via impact, and tumors via pressure all direct causes per medical texts. Fever may signal infection but doesn't structurally injure the brain. PSWs differentiate these for care, making 'Fever' the correct exception among injury causes.
Question 3 of 5
The PSW should report which one of the following immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immediate reporting is for significant issues. Past timing or milk are minor unless specified. A dispenser is routine. Pain not relieved signals ineffective treatment, needing prompt nursing review, per PSW protocol, making it the correct urgent report.
Question 4 of 5
Your healthcare organization places a high value on workplace safety and integrates this into all aspects of administrative and patient care processes. As a unit manager, you thoroughly endorse this direction, and during the selection and hiring of new staff, you consistently:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Screening via references, drug tests, and background checks reduces hiring risks related to violence or substance abuse.
Question 5 of 5
Residents in a new long-term care facility attend a large dining hall for meals. In reviewing reports of aggression and violence, you note that behaviors such as hitting, or attempting, to hit staff are increasing. Further investigation suggests that this behavior occurs most often at mealtimes. A possible intervention would be to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A smaller, separate area reduces stimulation and violence during meals.