ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals Updated 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with scoliosis screenings for students at a public school. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an indication of scoliosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unequal height of the shoulders is a classic sign of scoliosis due to spinal curvature. The other options indicate kyphosis, lordosis, or emphysema, respectively.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hearing loss. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote communication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreasing background noise improves the client's ability to hear and understand. Rapid speech, short phrases, or loud voices can distort communication or cause discomfort.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a hip fracture and plans to administer pain medication prior to turning the client. Which of the following ethical principles is the nurse implementing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Beneficence, the duty to do good and prevent harm, is implemented by relieving pain before a painful procedure. Fidelity, autonomy, and veracity involve promises, self-determination, and truthfulness, respectively.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is flushed and has a temperature of 38.7° C (101.7° F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing blankets helps the client lose heat and reduce fever. Cold packs, fans, or alcohol baths can cause complications like shivering or toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following a below-the-knee amputation. Which of the following statements by the client should the nurse identify as indicating an acceptance of the limb loss?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The statement 'I need to learn how to perform a dressing change on my leg' reflects acceptance of the limb loss and a proactive approach to self-care. The other statements indicate denial, depression, or difficulty adjusting, which are not signs of acceptance.