ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. The client states, 'I can barely look at myself in the mirror.' The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client's reaction reflects actual loss of a breast, a tangible change affecting self-image, unlike the other grief types.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of an older adult client to an acute care facility. The client states that they are afraid to go to sleep, fearing they will not wake up. Which of the following is a therapeutic response the nurse should make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Describe your concerns about sleeping to me.' encourages the client to express their fears, allowing the nurse to provide tailored emotional support.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for oxygen at 7 L/min via a simple face mask. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure client safety?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Attaching a humidifier prevents airway drying with high-flow oxygen, enhancing safety and comfort via a simple face mask.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain a client's vital signs. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when washing their hands?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After washing and drying hands, turning off the faucet with a clean paper towel is recommended to avoid recontaminating the clean hands.
Touching the faucet directly with clean hands could potentially transfer pathogens back onto the hands.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is scheduled to undergo surgery tells the nurse that they do not understand the procedure and are reconsidering their decision to have it. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the charge nurse ensures the client's concerns are addressed by the surgeon, respecting their autonomy and need for informed consent.