ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals of Nursing Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statement is TRUE about sympathy in nursing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sympathy is pity for patient (B), per nursing e.g., sorrow for Mr. Gary. Not feeling (A, empathy), not action (C), not all (D) distinct from empathy. B truly defines sympathy's compassionate stance, making it correct.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse used available tools for Mr. Gary's care wisely. This is an example of?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using tools wisely is resource utilization (A) optimizing resources, per definition. Time (B) efficiency, promotion (C) well-being, informatics (D) tech not resource-specific. A fits the nurse's effective use for Mr. Gary, making it correct.
Question 3 of 5
When caring for a client with a femoral venous catheter, it is essential for the nurse to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A femoral venous catheter, inserted into a large vein, poses a high infection risk if not handled properly. Maintaining sterile technique during care prevents introducing pathogens, which could lead to bloodstream infections, a serious complication. Irrigating with saline isn't standard unless ordered, as it risks dislodging clots or causing fluid overload. Assessing dressings for bleeding is important but secondary to infection prevention, as sterile technique addresses the root cause of complications. Limiting mobility reduces dislodgement risk but isn't the primary focus compared to infection control. Sterile technique aligns with evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and catheter functionality.
Question 4 of 5
A circumscribed raised lesion that contains pus which may be formed as a result of purulent changes in a vesicle is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A pustule is a small, elevated lesion filled with pus, often evolving from vesicles due to infection (e.g., acne, impetigo). Macules are flat and discolored, papules are solid and raised, and nodules are deeper, larger masses. Nurses identify pustules during skin assessments, indicating bacterial involvement, guiding treatments like antibiotics or drainage to resolve inflammation and prevent spread.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with albuminuria develops edema because of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuminuria (protein loss in urine) reduces plasma albumin, lowering colloid oncotic pressure, which normally keeps fluid in vessels. This imbalance lets fluid leak into tissues, causing edema. Hydrostatic pressures and tissue osmotic pressure play lesser roles. Nurses manage this with albumin infusions, addressing the root cause to reduce swelling and support circulation.