ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is preparing to walk for the first time in several days. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client to prevent orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dangling legs before standing allows gradual adjustment to upright posture, preventing orthostatic hypotension.
Question 2 of 5
What type of wound heals by delaying the suturing until the infection is resolved?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tertiary intention delays suturing until infection clears, allowing controlled closure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data about a client's oral care. The client wears dentures and reports having mouth sores. The nurse should identify which of the following oral care practices by the client as a possible cause of the mouth sores?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing dentures at night can cause pressure sores and irritation, contributing to mouth sores.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is preparing to walk for the first time in several days. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client to prevent orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dangling legs before standing allows gradual adjustment to upright posture, preventing orthostatic hypotension.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client's oxygen saturation using a pulse oximeter. The client's oxygen saturation is 88% on 2 L/min of oxygen via nasal cannula. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning the probe ensures an accurate reading, as 88% is low and may reflect a poor signal.