ATI LPN
ATI PN fundamentals 2023 Exam 2 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: C
Rationale: Opioids slow bowel motility, increasing constipation risk, unlike fiber-rich foods or hydration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is experiencing dysphagia following a recent stroke. The nurse should initiate a referral to which of the following interprofessional team members?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Speech-language pathologists specialize in dysphagia, assessing and treating swallowing issues post-stroke.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adult client who has a developmental disability. The client requires an emergency appendectomy, and the staff cannot reach the appointed guardian. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Implied consent applies in emergencies when delay risks life, and the guardian is unavailable.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse at a long-term care facility is caring for an older adult client who has dementia and is at risk for malnutrition. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote an increase in food intake?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Finger foods simplify eating for dementia patients, encouraging intake despite utensil challenges.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving newly prescribed IV antibiotics. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe wheezing suggests anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction requiring immediate intervention.