ATI LPN
Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The parents of a child who has suddenly been hospitalized for an acute illness state that they should have taken the child to the pediatrician earlier. Which approach by the nurse is best when dealing with the parents' comments?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Accepting feelings without judgment is best. It validates parental guilt, building trust for coping, unlike focusing on recovery , explaining illness , or agreeing , which may dismiss emotions. D supports emotional health, making it the top approach.
Question 2 of 5
Which task could be safely delegated by the nurse to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Being with a client self-administering insulin is safely delegable. It's supportive, within UAP scope, unlike dressing ulcers , monitoring , or rectal care , needing RN skill. A ensures safety.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder has been referred to a local boarding home for consideration for placement. The social worker telephoned the hospital unit for information about the client's mental status and adjustment. The appropriate response of the nurse should be which of these statements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I need the client's written consent' is appropriate. HIPAA requires consent for PHI release, unlike provider-only , phone refusal , or open sharing . D protects privacy, making it correct.
Question 4 of 5
A client had 20 mg of Lasix (furosemide) PO at 10 AM. Which would be essential for the nurse to include at the change of shift report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urine output of 1500 cc in 5 hours is essential post-Lasix. Furosemide's diuretic effect needs monitoring for efficacy and fluid status, critical post-MI. Weight , potassium , and next dose are secondary. C drives care, making it key.
Question 5 of 5
A client has been admitted with a fractured femur and has been placed in skeletal traction. Which of the following nursing interventions should receive priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent neurovascular assessments are priority in skeletal traction. They detect compartment syndrome or nerve damage, critical post-fracture. Alignment , pin sites , and trapeze follow. B ensures safety, making it key.