ATI LPN
PN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: B
Rationale: A dark stoma suggests ischemia or necrosis, requiring urgent reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication from an ampule. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A filter needle prevents glass particles from entering the syringe.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse use as a client identifier?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A photograph, combined with other identifiers like name and birthdate, ensures positive patient identification.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for a postoperative client who reports difficulty sleeping due to noise. Which of the following interventions is appropriate for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Conducting staff communications away from the client's room reduces noise and promotes a restful environment.