ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which of the following is a contraindication in taking RECTAL temperature?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neutropenia contraindicates rectal temp e.g., infection risk from low immunity unlike unconsciousness (manageable), NPO (irrelevant), or young children (common practice). Nurses avoid it in immunocompromised patients, opting for axillary, per infection control standards, prioritizing safety.
Question 2 of 9
The nurse is preparing a client with a history of atrial fibrillation for discharge. Which statement by the client indicates that he understood the nurse's teaching regarding warfarin (Coumadin)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting bruising indicates understanding of warfarin's anticoagulant effect, as excessive bleeding is a key risk in atrial fibrillation management, requiring physician oversight reflecting proper teaching. Spinach (high vitamin K) counters warfarin, blood tests (INR) are routine, and dosing is daily, not weekly. Nurses reinforce this vigilance, ensuring clients monitor for bleeding to balance clot prevention with safety.
Question 3 of 9
The family of an accident victim who has been declared brain-dead seems amenable to organ donation. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Listening and providing honest answers supports informed decision-making.
Question 4 of 9
What is the main benefit of therapeutic massages is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Massage primarily enhances circulation and muscle tone.
Question 5 of 9
A nurse is discussing dietary issues with a client in the clinic. The client states, 'My grandparent always told me that I needed to include milk in my diet so that my muscles would grow.' The information that the client is expressing is known as what?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client's statement reflects traditional knowledge, passed down through generations within a family or culture, often based on lived experience rather than formal study. Here, the grandparent's advice about milk for muscle growth stems from historical dietary beliefs, not necessarily verified by research. Authoritative knowledge comes from recognized experts, like healthcare providers, grounded in professional experience or evidence. Scientific knowledge arises from systematic research, such as studies proving calcium's role in muscle function. Philosophy explores broader life perceptions, not specific health advice. Traditional knowledge, while valuable for cultural continuity, may lack empirical backing, yet it shapes health beliefs significantly. In nursing, understanding such sources helps tailor education, bridging generational wisdom with evidence-based practice to address client needs holistically and respectfully.
Question 6 of 9
Which is a preferable arm for BP taking?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The right arm is preferred e.g., standard unless contraindicated (e.g., IVs). Contraptions (interference), left arm post-CVA (weakness), or left default don't apply. Nurses choose this e.g., routine for consistency, per guidelines.
Question 7 of 9
Which of the following statement best describe health disparity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Health disparity is differences in health outcomes (B), per public health e.g., race-based mortality gaps. Not equal (A), not standard (C), not temporary (D) systemic. B best defines disparity's inequity, making it correct.
Question 8 of 9
This patient care model works best when there are plenty of patient but few nurses
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Functional nursing suits high patient loads with few nurses by assigning specific tasks (e.g., one nurse for meds, another for vitals). This task-oriented efficiency, unlike team nursing's collaboration, primary nursing's continuity, or total care's one-on-one focus, maximizes limited staff. Though it risks fragmented care, its repetitive nature fosters expertise, making it practical in resource-scarce settings.
Question 9 of 9
What kind of exudates is expected when there is an antibody-antigen reaction as a result of microorganism infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An antibody-antigen reaction from a microorganism infection, like bacterial invasion, typically produces purulent exudates (C), rich in pus, neutrophils, and debris due to active immune response. Serous exudates (A) are clear and watery, seen in mild inflammation (e.g., blisters). Serosanguinous (B) is a mix of serum and blood, common in surgical wounds. Sanguinous (D) is bloody, linked to trauma or vessel damage, not infection-driven immunity. Purulent exudates reflect the body's fight against pathogens, as neutrophils engulf microbes, forming pus a hallmark of such reactions making C the accurate choice.