ATI LPN
Patient Centered Care Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would be an expected outcome for a patient who is 12 hours status post hip replacement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 12 hours post-hip replacement, increased mobility and decreased pain (A) is realistic. B assumes a catheter (unlikely), C and D (walking, bathing) are premature, making A the expected outcome.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a chest tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taping the connections on the client's chest tube prevents accidental disconnection, which could compromise the seal and lead to complications such as a pneumothorax. Looping the tubing (A) can obstruct drainage, stripping the tube (B) can damage lung tissue due to increased negative pressure, and placing the drainage system above the heart (D) prevents gravity drainage and risks fluid backflow into the pleural cavity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client has reports constipation. Which of the following should the nurse discuss as causes of constipation? ((Select ONE that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ignoring the urge to defecate (A) allows stool to harden, excessive laxative use (C) can lead to dependence and reduced motility, and inadequate fluid intake (E) causes harder stools, all contributing to constipation. Increased activity (B) promotes motility and prevents constipation, while increased fiber (D) typically alleviates it unless fluid intake is insufficient. Correct answers are A, C, and E, though E was not listed as an option but is implied in the explanation.
Question 4 of 5
Which action by the nurse shows an understanding of the principle of self-determination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Self-determination respects clients as autonomous individuals capable of informed decisions, exemplified by allowing a client to choose juice over water. Choices B, C, and D involve decisions that could endanger life or lack capacity, not reflecting appropriate self-determination.
Question 5 of 5
What priority assessment data should be shared with the interdisciplinary team from a client admitted to the emergency department with a lacerated artery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blood pressure and pulse indicate hemodynamic status, critical for an arterial laceration with life-threatening potential, making it the priority. Next of kin (A), medications (B), and respirations (D) are less urgent in this emergency.