ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse thought about how she cared for Mr. Gary to improve. This is an example of?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thinking about care to improve is reflective practice (A) self-review, per definition. Judgment (B) decides, policy (C) rules, advocacy (D) rights not reflection-specific. A fits the nurse's growth from Mr. Gary's case, making it correct.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statement best describe decision-making in nursing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decision-making is informed clinical choices (B), per nursing e.g., based on Mr. Gary's data. Not random (A), not order (C), not one-time (D) reasoned process. B best defines its clinical role, making it correct.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statement is NOT true about fee-for-service?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fee-for-service pays per procedure (A), encourages services (B), is traditional (D) 'fixed per patient' (C) isn't true, that's capitation, per model. C's fixed rate contradicts its basis, like Mr. Gary's billing, making it untrue.
Question 4 of 5
What is the maximum duration of time the nurse allows an IV bag of solution to infuse in to a patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: IV solutions hang for a maximum of 24 hours to reduce infection risk, as per CDC and INS guidelines. Beyond this, bacterial growth in fluid increases, especially in nutrient-rich solutions. Nurses change bags daily, even if unfinished, ensuring sterility and patient safety. Shorter times (6-18 hours) may apply to specific drugs, but 24 hours is the standard limit for general infusions, balancing practicality and risk.
Question 5 of 5
Which approach to problem-solving tests any number of solutions until one is found that works for that particular problem?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Trial and error involves systematically testing multiple solutions until an effective one is identified, often used when the problem's nature is unclear or lacks a predefined approach. This method relies on persistence, as each unsuccessful attempt narrows down options until success is achieved, making it practical for unique or complex issues. In nursing, trial and error might apply to adjusting interventions when standard protocols fail, such as finding the best position to alleviate a patient's discomfort. Intuition relies on instinct rather than testing, lacking the systematic nature of trial and error. Routine implies following established habits, not exploring new solutions. The scientific method, while systematic, involves hypothesis testing and experimentation, not the broad testing of solutions typical of trial and error. Thus, trial and error stands out as the approach that tests numerous possibilities until one works, aligning perfectly with the question's description.