ATI LPN
V1 ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a long-leg cast on his left leg and reports severe pain. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client might have compartment syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Pallor, immobility, and paresthesia are classic signs of compartment syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse working on a mental health unit is meeting with a client who has been on the unit for 2 days. The nurse greets the client and asks, 'What has been happening with you today?' Which of the following therapeutic techniques is the nurse using?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Broad openings encourage the client to share freely.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing mania. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing clothing choice provides autonomy, reducing agitation in mania.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of a newborn about security procedures. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verifying identity prevents infant abduction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a client who reports having diarrhea for the past 3 days. Which of the following findings indicates hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a key sign of hypokalemia from potassium loss.