ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who arrives at the emergency department following an industrial explosion. Upon inspecting the wound on the client's leg, the nurse finds torn skin tissue underneath. Which of the following types of wounds should the nurse report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A laceration is a tear in the skin, fitting the description of torn tissue from an explosion.
Question 2 of 5
When the patient complains of worsening due to increased swelling at the wound site on his leg, the nurse explains that the swelling indicates:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Swelling from dilated vessels leaking plasma is part of the inflammatory response, not necessarily infection.
Question 3 of 5
When giving a hot soak treatment, what is most important to ensure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring water temperature prevents burns, the primary safety concern with hot soaks.
Question 4 of 5
What is the physiological effect of moist heat on the treated area?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moist heat dilates blood vessels, increasing blood flow and promoting healing.
Question 5 of 5
After closing the curtain around the client's bed and lifting his gown to expose the horizontal abdominal wound, which of the following positions should you assist the client into for comfortable wound irrigation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dorsal recumbent position allows access to the abdominal wound while keeping the client comfortable and stable.