ATI LPN
Patient Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When a client is in late stage dementia:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Late-stage dementia clients are frail, and CPR or gastric tubes often fail to improve quality of life, per palliative ethics. CPR effectiveness is low, hospital transfer or tubes may prolong suffering. PSWs follow care plans, making 'Attempting CPR and inserting a gastric tube are not helpful' the correct stance.
Question 2 of 5
Diabetes is a condition that results when:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes occurs when the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin , impairing glucose uptake, per endocrine science. Excess insulin is rare. Thyroid failure affects metabolism, not sugar directly. No sugar intake isn't diabetes. PSWs manage diabetic care, making 'The pancreas fails to produce enough insulin' the correct cause.
Question 3 of 5
You need to terminate Gregory, who has had a long-standing history of conflict with you and the staff, and who recently was charged with theft of patient belongings. You consult Human Resources, and together, you develop a plan, which includes:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A private meeting with HR ensures safety, dignity, and complete documentation.
Question 4 of 5
You note that Unit 64 has had a high turnover rate of staff during the past year. In investigating this situation, an important source of data might include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exit interviews reveal reasons like violence or bullying for staff turnover.
Question 5 of 5
As a nurse manager, you realize that your unit has become a toxic environment in which horizontal violence and incivility has become common. In addressing the problem, you decide to implement which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Conflict resolution and team-building address the root of incivility.