ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Proctored Exam 2024 Questions
Question 1 of 5
When giving a client a diagnosis of acute pain, the nurse 'using NANDA diagnostic categories' will use this diagnosis only when the pain last no longer than which of the following lengths of time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NANDA defines acute pain as lasting up to 6 months, beyond which it's chronic. Nurses use this timeframe for diagnosis accuracy.
Question 2 of 5
A client with pneumonia exhibits signs of respiratory distress and decreased oxygen saturation. What is the primary indication for initiating oxygen therapy in this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Improving oxygen delivery to tissues (C) is the primary indication for oxygen therapy in pneumonia with distress and low SpO2, correcting hypoxia from impaired gas exchange. Lung expansion (A) is secondary. Antimicrobial therapy (B) treats infection, not oxygenation. Bacterial resistance (D) is unrelated. Enhanced oxygen delivery supports vital organs, per infectious disease care principles, critical in acute respiratory compromise.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) receiving long-term oxygen therapy at home. What should the nurse include in the client's teaching regarding oxygen safety?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding electric heating devices (C) is critical in COPD oxygen therapy teaching, as oxygen accelerates combustion, posing a fire risk. Fire extinguisher (A) is supplementary. Loose tubing (B) risks disruption. Concentrator use (D) depends on need. Safety education, per home care standards, prioritizes fire prevention.
Question 4 of 5
An infant with Tetralogy of Fallot is discharged with a prescription for Lanoxin elixir. The nurse should instruct the mother to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using the calibrated dropper ensures accurate dosing of Lanoxin (digoxin) elixir for an infant with Tetralogy of Fallot, critical due to its narrow therapeutic range and cardiac effects. Nipples, spoons, or dilution in bottles risk under- or overdosing. Nurses teach this method to parents, stressing precision to manage heart defects safely, preventing toxicity or inefficacy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother of a child with cystic fibrosis how to do chest percussion. The nurse should tell the mother to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cupped hands during chest percussion loosen mucus in cystic fibrosis, creating vibrations without pain, a key physiotherapy technique to clear airways. Heel strikes are harsh, frequent repositioning isn't routine, and post-meal percussion risks reflux. Nurses teach this method for effective secretion management, improving breathing and reducing infection risk in this chronic condition.