ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse use the therapeutic communication technique of silence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Silence supports a client grieving a child's death, offering space to process intense emotions, unlike the other scenarios needing active engagement.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to perform intermittent urinary catheterization for a client who is unable to urinate. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing a bladder scan first assesses bladder volume, confirming the need for catheterization and avoiding unnecessary procedures.
Question 5 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.