ATI LPN
ATI LPN NS 117 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Client has pneumonia and has been receiving oxygen therapy for several days
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and has been receiving oxygen therapy for several days. When collecting data from the client, the nurse should identify which of the following findings as an indication of an adverse effect of oxygen therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prolonged oxygen therapy can dry mucous membranes, causing cracks (
D), increasing infection risk. A indicates hypoxia, B relates to pneumonia, and C suggests dehydration, not oxygen therapy effects.
Extract:
None
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile gloves (
B) maintain asepsis, preventing UTIs during catheter insertion. A compromises cleanliness, C risks balloon damage, and D is unsafe as only water-based lubricants are appropriate.
Extract:
Client who has COPD
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has COPD. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Barrel chest (
B) results from lung hyperinflation in COPD. A occurs late-stage, C indicates anemia, and D relates to pleuritis.
Extract:
Client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoxia
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoxia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoxia is life-threatening; supplemental oxygen (
B) is the priority per ABCs. Glucose checks (
A), fluids (
C), and insulin (
D) are critical for DKA but secondary to oxygenation.
Extract:
None
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to remove a client's urinary catheter. After performing hand hygiene, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning the client supine (
B) ensures comfort and access for safe catheter removal. A risks urethral trauma by not fully deflating the balloon. C is unnecessary and unrelated to removal. D is not standard post-removal; soap and water suffice.