ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client about bowel elimination. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a risk for impaired bowel elimination?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Opioids can cause constipation, impairing bowel elimination.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 2 days postoperative following the placement of a colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A dark stoma suggests necrosis or ischemia, requiring urgent provider notification.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse on a long-term care unit is working with an assistive personnel who states, 'I am tired of all the changes on this unit. If things don't improve soon, I'm requesting a transfer.' Which of the following responses should the charge nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reflecting the AP's feelings encourages open communication.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from an older adult client. The client states that he is having difficulty sleeping. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend to promote sleep?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Milk contains tryptophan, which promotes sleep.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a young adult client who is postoperative and requires physical therapy, pain management, and dietary advancement. The nurse enters the client's room and finds them dressing and stating that they are going home. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An AMA form documents the client's informed decision to leave against advice.