ATI LPN
PN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a BMI of 29. The nurse should document that the client is in which of the following weight categories?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A BMI of 25-29.9 is categorized as 'overweight.' This indicates that the client is above the ideal weight range but has not reached the threshold for obesity.
Question 2 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: B
Rationale: Reflective listening acknowledges the AP’s feelings and encourages discussion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing a teaching plan regarding proper lifting with a client. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include to prevent back injury when lifting an object?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tightening abdominal muscles stabilizes the core, reducing back strain.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is observing an assistive personnel (AP) provide postmortem care for a client prior to visitation by their loved ones. Which of the following actions by the AP requires intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dentures should remain in place to maintain facial structure for family visitation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is preparing to walk for the first time in several days. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client to prevent orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dangling legs allows gradual blood pressure adjustment, preventing orthostatic hypotension.