ATI LPN
Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the growth and development of a toddler with AIDS. The nurse would anticipate finding that the child has
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: AIDS often causes global developmental delays due to immune and neurological impact.
Question 2 of 5
A client with asthma has low pitched wheezes present on the final half of exhalation. One hour later the client has high pitched wheezes extending throughout exhalation. This change in assessment indicates to the nurse that the client
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High-pitched, prolonged wheezes indicate worsening airway narrowing.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman 2 hours after a vaginal delivery. Documentation indicates that the membranes were ruptured for 36 hours prior to delivery. What is the priority nursing diagnoses at this time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prolonged rupture increases infection risk, a priority post-delivery.
Question 4 of 5
On admission to the psychiatric unit, the client is trembling and appears fearful. The nurse's initial response should be to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A personal introduction and escort reduce anxiety and build trust.
Question 5 of 5
A client has just been admitted with portal hypertension. Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority in planning care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hemorrhage risk from esophageal varices is life-threatening in portal hypertension.