ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is not true about the human needs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maslow's hierarchy (1940s) outlines universal needs physiological to self-actualization but isn't rigid e.g., skipping food for safety. Needs are common (air), internally driven (hunger), and externally triggered (stress). Nurses prioritize flexibly e.g., addressing fear over nutrition in crisis per patient context, not strict order.
Question 2 of 5
Dr. Fabian De Las Santas, is about to conduct an ophthalmoscope examination. Which of the following, if done by a nurse, is a Correct preparation before the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Darkening the room aids ophthalmoscopy e.g., pupil dilation for retina unlike bright light (constricts). Draping (privacy), warming (nonsense) differ. Nurses prepare e.g., dim for clarity, per protocols.
Question 3 of 5
The normal specific gravity of urine is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urine specific gravity is 1.010-1.030 e.g., reflects hydration per norms. Lower (dilute), higher (concentrated) differ. Nurses measure e.g., refractometer for kidney function, per diagnostics.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing the nursing shortage with another nurse and states, 'There is no way that we can continue working this short staffed; it is not safe.' Which reason(s) does the nurse determine is creating the nursing shortage?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nursing shortage is a multifaceted issue driven by several critical factors that impact the profession's sustainability and safety. A high degree of stress in the job is a primary contributor, as nurses often deal with emotionally taxing situations, critically ill patients, and long hours, leading to burnout and turnover. Heavier workloads compounded by fewer staff exacerbate this stress, creating an environment where nurses struggle to provide safe, quality care, further discouraging retention. Additionally, the availability of more lucrative careers in nonnursing fields draws potential and current nurses away, as the financial rewards and work-life balance in other industries often outweigh those in nursing. This combination reduces the longevity of nurses in acute care settings, where demand is highest. Younger faculty members in schools of nursing, while important for education, do not directly cause the shortage; rather, the issue lies in the capacity to train enough new nurses to meet demand. These reasons highlight systemic challenges that perpetuate the shortage, affecting both patient safety and the nursing workforce.
Question 5 of 5
Which types of knowledge are subjective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Knowledge in nursing varies by source and objectivity, with traditional and authoritative types being subjective. Traditional knowledge, passed down through generations like family remedies relies on personal or cultural experience, lacking standardized validation, thus varying by individual perception. Authoritative knowledge, from experts like seasoned clinicians, depends on their subjective interpretation of expertise, influenced by personal biases or context, not universal proof. Scientific knowledge, derived from rigorous research, and evidence-based practice, integrating that research with outcomes, aim for objectivity through replicable evidence. The scientific method underpins both, emphasizing measurable, unbiased results. Subjective knowledge shapes nursing by reflecting human experience, but its variability requires nurses to balance it with objective data, ensuring care respects client beliefs while grounding interventions in proven efficacy.