ATI LPN
Shadow Health Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 4 year-old child with a greenstick fracture. In explaining this type of fracture to the parents, the best statement by the nurse should be that,
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Greenstick fractures are incomplete due to the flexibility and porosity of young bones.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with left ventricular heart failure. Which one of the following assessments is an early indication of inadequate oxygen transport?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confusion and restlessness signal early cerebral hypoxia in heart failure.
Question 3 of 5
A client tells the nurse he is fearful of planned surgery because of evil thoughts about a family member. What is the best initial response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Listening validates the client's fear and opens communication.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client with increased intracranial pressure. The best position for this client is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's (head elevated 30°) reduces ICP by aiding venous drainage.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with the diagnosis of myocardial infarction (MI). Which of the following lab values would be consistent with this diagnosis
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated CPK (especially CK-MB) indicates myocardial damage in MI.