ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals of Nursing Course Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions by a practical/vocational nursing student represents the best example of deductive reasoning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deductive reasoning involves applying a general framework to a specific situation, and assessing a client using Maslow's Hierarchy to define a nutritional problem exemplifies this. The student starts with the broad theory of human needs, then deduces that the client's issue fits within the physiological category, specifically nutrition. Observing constipation and gathering data is inductive, moving from specifics to a general conclusion. Suspecting dishonesty and checking sources is investigative, not strictly deductive. Identifying alternatives and choosing one is problem-solving, not deduction. Using Maslow's model demonstrates how a nurse logically narrows a general principle to a specific client need, showcasing critical thinking essential for effective care planning.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following words represents the basic unit of all life and is the simplest structure that possesses all the characteristics of life: organization, metabolism, responsiveness, homeostasis, growth, and reproduction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The cell is life's basic unit, exhibiting all characteristics organization, metabolism, responsiveness, homeostasis, growth, reproduction unlike genes, chromosomes, or organelles, which are components. This foundational knowledge guides nursing understanding of bodily functions and cellular-level care.
Question 3 of 5
You are preparing to bathe and wash the hair of an African American woman. Which of the following questions would be most important to ask the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking about oil use respects cultural hair care practices for African American women, often needed for moisture. Unbraiding, double shampooing, or brushing are secondary. Nurses tailor care to client preferences.
Question 4 of 5
A client asks which of the vitamins can be stored in the body. Which of the following answers by the nurse would be correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin D is fat-soluble and stored, unlike water-soluble C, B1, or biotin. Nurses educate on this for supplementation risks.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing action promotes safe mobilization and transfers for a patient with a lower extremity injury?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing a firm, stable surface for transfers ensures safety for a patient with a lower extremity injury, minimizing fall risk and supporting controlled movement. Avoiding weight-bearing might apply early but not universally, rapid moves are dangerous, and skipping devices can compromise safety. Nurses prioritize this to stabilize transfers, accommodating the injury while fostering secure mobility, critical for recovery and protection.