ATI LPN
ATI LPN Critical Thinking Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse is reviewing documentation with a group of newly hired nurses. Which of the following guidelines should be followed when documenting in a patient record? (select all that apply)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: D: Documentation must be objective (e.g., 'grimaced when moving') to avoid bias. E: Including date and time ensures a clear timeline for legal and care continuity. A is incorrect because timely documentation prevents errors. B is incorrect as errors should be corrected with a single line and initials. C is incorrect because only approved abbreviations should be used to avoid confusion.
Question 2 of 5
On what form/forms should the nurse chart when administering a narcotic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Narcotics are documented on both the MAR (Medication Administration Record) (
D) for all medications and the Narcotic Administration Sheet for controlled substances to ensure tracking and compliance. A, B alone, and C are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
Clarify the primary purpose of nursing orders:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing orders (
B) aim to address patient problems directly through targeted interventions. A, C, and D do not capture this primary focus.
Question 4 of 5
Documenting the type of interventions carried out, the time care was given, and the signature of the care giver results in recording:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Documenting interventions, time, and signature (
B) records actions taken to address patient needs, ensuring accountability. A and C relate to diagnoses, and D focuses on outcomes, not interventions.
Extract:
Patient with a urinary tract infection
Question 5 of 5
The patient with a urinary tract infection is being assessed using a critical pathway. When a projected outcome is not met by a predetermined date it is determined that a/an:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A variance (
C) occurs when outcomes deviate from the critical pathway's timeline, indicating a need for reassessment. A, B, and D are less precise terms.