ATI LPN
Patient Safety Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What sign or symptom suggests excessive I.V. fluid intake in a 3-year-old child receiving dextrose 5% in water and half-normal saline solution at 100 ml/hour?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dyspnea and other signs of respiratory distress signify fluid volume excess, which can occur quickly in a child as fluid shifts rapidly between compartments.
Question 2 of 5
A client with diabetes mellitus is prescribed insulin. What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring blood glucose levels allows for adjustments in insulin dosing, maintaining optimal glycemic control.
Question 3 of 5
A client with depression is prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring for suicidal thoughts is crucial, especially during the initial phase of SSRI therapy, to ensure client safety.
Question 4 of 5
When transferring a patient from a bed to a chair, the nurse should use which muscles to avoid back injury:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using leg muscles (C) during patient transfers prevents back injury by leveraging stronger lower body muscles and maintaining proper body mechanics. Back muscles (B) are prone to strain, while abdominal (A) and arm (D) muscles provide less support.
Question 5 of 5
What is the correct response for the licensed practical nurse that answers the phone to respond within the following scenario? The physician calls to leave orders late at night for one of his clients.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A telephone order involves a physician stating a prescribed therapy over the phone to a registered nurse.