ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is recognized for developing the concept of HIGH LEVEL WELLNESS?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Halbert Dunn's High-Level Wellness (1950s) frames health as maximizing potential within limits e.g., thriving with arthritis. Unlike Erikson's stages, Madaw (unknown), or Peplau's relations, Dunn's concept influences nursing's focus on optimal functioning, shaping wellness programs beyond disease absence.
Question 2 of 5
All of the following factors correctly influence respiration except one. Which of the following is incorrect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydrocodone depresses respiration e.g., slowing RR in pain relief making it correct. Stress, heat, and altitude (low O2) raise RR e.g., panting. No incorrect factor; hydrocodone aligns with nursing pharmacology for monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
In collecting a urine from a catheterized patient, Which of the following statement indicates an accurate performance of the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clamping above port 30-60 minutes e.g., pools fresh urine ensures accuracy, unlike below (stagnant), short times (insufficient). Nurses perform e.g., sterile for reliability, per standards.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse expects which of the following symptoms from a client suspected with appendicitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: McBurney's point pain e.g., RLQ tenderness is expected in appendicitis, unlike umbilical (early), diarrhea (variable), heartburn (unrelated). Nurses expect e.g., palpation for confirmation, per classics.
Question 5 of 5
A long-term care facility is seeking an advanced practice nurse to educate the staff about palliative care for the residents. The facility would benefit most by hiring which advanced practice nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In a long-term care setting needing staff education on palliative care, a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is the ideal hire due to their advanced expertise in a specialized area like gerontology or end-of-life care. A CNS focuses on improving care delivery through staff training, consultation, and system-level enhancements, making them well-suited to teach complex topics like pain management and emotional support in palliative care. Nurse practitioners primarily provide direct patient care, such as diagnosing and prescribing, which doesn't align with the educational focus here. Nurse researchers advance knowledge through studies, not staff training, while nurse administrators manage operations, not clinical education. The CNS's role bridges practice and education, ensuring staff gain the skills and confidence to support residents effectively, enhancing care quality in a setting where chronic conditions and end-of-life needs are prevalent.