ATI LPN
Patient Care Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in the late stages of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Which finding would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ALS weakens respiratory muscles, causing shallow breathing in late stages.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with cirrhosis of the liver with ascites. When instructing nursing assistants in the care of the client, the nurse should emphasize that the client
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ambulation and sitting promote comfort and circulation, balanced with ascites management.
Question 3 of 5
A 2 month-old child has had a cleft lip repair. The selection of which restraint would require no further action by the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elbow restraints prevent the infant from touching the surgical site safely.
Question 4 of 5
The nursing care plan for a client with decreased adrenal function should include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adrenal insufficiency (e.g., Addison's) requires constipation prevention due to fluid shifts.
Question 5 of 5
A 15 year-old client with a lengthy confining illness is most at risk for altered psycho-emotional growth and development due to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Loss of control from prolonged illness disrupts adolescent autonomy development.