ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Questions
Question 1 of 4
The nurse is caring for a client following a right total knee replacement. Which of the following should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking the continuous passive motion (CPM) device is key post-right total knee replacement, ensuring it maintains joint mobility and prevents stiffness flat legs, pillows under knees, or prone positioning counter recovery goals. Nurses monitor CPM settings, promoting circulation and range of motion, critical for rehabilitation success.
Question 2 of 4
The physician has ordered dressings with Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) for a client with burns to the chest and arms. Which action should be taken by the nurse when applying this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying Silvadene with a sterile-gloved hand ensures even coverage and infection prevention for chest and arm burns occlusive dressings trap moisture, alcohol irritates, and shaving risks injury. Nurses maintain sterility, monitoring for sulfa allergy, promoting healing in burn care.
Question 3 of 4
A 3-year-old is immobilized in a hip spica cast. Which discharge instruction should be given to the parents?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding turns for 24 hours post-spica cast prevents disruption flat bed aids stability, crayons distract, and calorie boosts aren't needed. Nurses teach this, ensuring cast integrity, vital for hip healing in kids.
Question 4 of 4
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of renal calculi. Which fluid is most beneficial for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Water is most beneficial for renal calculi, diluting urine and preventing stone formation cola (phosphates), tea (oxalates), and coffee (caffeine) may worsen risk. Nurses push hydration, reducing recurrence, critical for kidney stone management.