ATI LPN
PN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from an older adult client. The client states that he is having difficulty sleeping. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend to promote sleep?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Milk contains tryptophan, which promotes sleepiness.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to a community center's in-service program about early detection of breast cancer. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make for female clients who do not have a family history of breast cancer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mammograms starting at age 40 are recommended for average-risk women.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ampicillin to a school-age child who weighs 55 lb. The provider prescribes 50 mg/kg/day in 4 equal doses. Available is ampicillin oral suspension 125 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer with each dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 12.5 mL
Rationale: 55 lb = 25 kg; 50 mg/kg/day = 1250 mg/day; 1250 mg / 4 doses = 312.5 mg/dose; 312.5 mg / (125 mg/5 mL) = 12.5 mL/dose.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to set up a sterile field to change a sterile dressing on a client's abdominal wound. Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should take.
Correct Answer: D,E,A,C,B
Rationale: D: Set up surface. E: Remove cover. A: Open outermost flap. C: Open side flaps. B: Open innermost flap maintains sterility.
Question 5 of 5
Findings that require immediate follow-up: deep tendon reflexes 4+, generalized weakness, mild leg cramping, heart rate irregular, bowel sounds hyperactive x 4 quadrants
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: A: Hyperreflexia suggests magnesium deficiency. B,C: Weakness and cramping indicate electrolyte issues. D: Irregular heart rate risks arrhythmia. E: Hyperactive bowels may relate to vomiting.