ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Exam IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse has accidentally punctured his finger with a needle he used to give an IM injection to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Washing with soap and water immediately cleanses the site, reducing infection risk, and is the recommended first step.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in an abdominal wound. The nurse enters the room to check the client's pulse. Which of the following items should the nurse wear?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clean gloves prevent contact transmission of MRSA when checking the pulse near an infected wound.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has tuberculosis with a productive cough. Which type of isolation precautions should the nurse initiate for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tuberculosis with a productive cough requires airborne precautions due to transmission via small airborne particles.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant who is postoperative following a myringotomy. Which of the following pain assessment scales should the nurse use to determine the infant's pain level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The FLACC scale assesses pain in non-verbal infants through behavior observation, suitable for a 6-month-old.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about healthful sleep habits. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further instruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Watching TV until falling asleep disrupts melatonin production due to screen light, indicating a need for further instruction on sleep hygiene.