ATI LPN
Patient Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse receives a report on an older adult client with middle stage dementia. What information suggests the nurse should do immediate follow up rather than delegate care to the nursing assistant? The client
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Minimal responsiveness requires immediate RN follow-up. In dementia, it signals acute decline (e.g., hypoxia), beyond nursing assistant scope. Minor respiratory , heart rate , or BP changes are delegable. C demands RN skill, making it the priority.
Question 2 of 5
Following change-of-shift report on an orthopedic unit, which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 72-year-old 2 hours post-hip replacement needs first attention. Early post-op risks (e.g., bleeding) require RN assessment, unlike stable 16-year-old , chronic 20-year-old , or pre-op 75-year-old . C prioritizes acuity, making it urgent.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) for a Venous Doppler evaluation. Which of the following would be necessary for preparing the client for this test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: No special preparation is necessary for a Venous Doppler. This noninvasive test needs only leg access, not fasting , sedation , or anticoagulant cessation (C, risky). D ensures safety, making it correct.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching parents about the appropriate diet for a 4 month-old infant with gastroenteritis and mild dehydration. In addition to oral rehydration fluids, the diet should include
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Formula or breast milk is appropriate for a 4-month-old with gastroenteritis. It provides nutrition, unlike broth , cereal/juice , or gelatin , which risk diarrhea. A aligns with guidelines, making it best.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who has had outpatient surgery. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further discharge teaching by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I'll take my antibiotic until I run out in 2 weeks' indicates need for more teaching. Antibiotics post-surgery have specific durations (e.g., 7-10 days); taking until 'running out' risks incomplete treatment or resistance. Avoiding driving , follow-up , and showering are correct. D shows misunderstanding, needing clarification on duration, making it the teachable moment.