ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals exam VI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client. The client has an increased risk for dehydration due to which of the following physiological changes that can occur with aging?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreased kidney function impairs water conservation, increasing dehydration risk, unlike increased body water, saliva, or decreased blood pressure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus about using a glucometer to monitor her blood glucose. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the instructions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using the side of a fingertip is less painful and ensures adequate blood flow, unlike the ball of the finger or unnecessary avoidance of dominant hand or thumbs unless calloused.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a subcutaneous injection to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cleansing with a circular motion reduces infection risk, unlike sterile gloves (unnecessary), specific hand use, or a 15° angle (too shallow).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has diarrhea. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a key sign of hypokalemia from potassium loss in diarrhea, unlike bowel sounds, edema, or hypertension.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has been admitted to the postsurgical nursing unit after surgery. The health care provider has ordered the patient to have an IV of 0.9 sodium chloride. The nurse who is caring for the patient recognizes this as what type of solution?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 0.9% sodium chloride is isotonic, matching blood plasma osmolarity, unlike hypnotic (not a solution type), hypotonic, or hypertonic options.