ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an older adult who lives in a long-term care facility on the Alzheimer unit. Every evening around 5:00 p.m., the resident becomes increasingly agitated and more confused, a state that lasts throughout the evening
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult who lives in a long-term care facility on the Alzheimer unit. Every evening around 5:00 p.m., the resident becomes increasingly agitated and more confused, a state that lasts throughout the evening. The nurse recognizes this behaviour as:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sundowning syndrome refers to increased confusion and agitation in the late afternoon and evening, commonly seen in individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.
Extract:
The home health nurse assessing skin lesions
Question 2 of 5
The home health nurse assessing skin lesions uses the PQRST mnemonic as a guide. What does the S in this guide indicate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In the PQRST mnemonic for pain assessment, 'S' stands for severity, referring to how intense or bothersome the symptoms are.
Extract:
The older adult patient complains to the nurse about nocturia
Question 3 of 5
The older adult patient complains to the nurse about nocturia. This problem is most likely related to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased bladder capacity is common in older adults and is a primary cause of nocturia, leading to more frequent urination at night.
Extract:
A child displaying symptoms of scabies
Question 4 of 5
The school nurse recognizes the signs of scabies when a child displays which symptom?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Scabies is distinguished by the presence of burrows, which appear as wavy, threadlike lines on the skin, accompanied by intense itching.
Extract:
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation
Question 5 of 5
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids, especially those containing calcium or aluminum, can contribute to constipation.