ATI LPN
Patient Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 13 year-old following spinal fusion for scoliosis. Which of the following interventions is appropriate in the immediate post-operative period?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Flat position with logrolling protects the surgical site initially.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discussing dietary intake with an adolescent who has acne. The most appropriate statement for the nurse is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A balanced diet supports overall health; no specific food directly causes acne.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux). To assist the client with nutrition needs, the nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Soft, high-calorie meals minimize pain from chewing in trigeminal neuralgia.
Question 4 of 5
While explaining an illness to a 10 year-old, what should the nurse keep in mind about the cognitive development at this age?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At 10, children in concrete operational stage can logically organize facts.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 2 year-old client with a possible diagnosis of congenital heart disease. Which of these is most likely to be seen with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fatigue and rest needs reflect reduced cardiac output in CHD.