ATI LPN
Patient Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of these clients would the triage nurse request the provider examine immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wheezing and grunting in an infant indicate respiratory distress, a life-threatening emergency.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing foot care instructions to a client with arterial insufficiency. The nurse would identify the need for additional teaching if the client stated
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trimming corns/calluses risks injury in arterial insufficiency; professional care is needed.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse manager is using the technique of brainstorming to help solve a problem. One nurse criticizes another nurse's contribution and begins to find objections to the suggestion. The nurse manager's best response is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Brainstorming requires nonjudgmental idea collection; criticism stifles creativity.
Question 4 of 5
A 6 month-old infant who is being treated for developmental dysplasia of the hip has been placed in a hip spica cast. The nurse should teach the parents to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring for swelling ensures circulation isn't compromised by the cast.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a newborn the day after birth. A high pitched cry, irritability and lack of interest in feeding are noted. The mother signed her own discharge against medical advice. What intervention is appropriate nursing care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing stimuli addresses irritability, possibly due to withdrawal or stress.