ATI LPN
ATI 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: C
Rationale: A dark stoma suggests necrosis or ischemia, requiring urgent provider notification.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Diagnostic Results
Day 1:
1000:
A peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) is inserted into left arm. Dressing dry and intact. Bilateral breath sounds clear and present throughout.
1200:
Parenteral nutrition started through PICC line infusing at 75 mL/hr.
Day 3:
0800:
Client is lethargic and reports thirst and frequent urination. Bilateral breath sounds clear and present throughout.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a paralytic ileus. Select words from the choices below to fill in each blank in the following sentence: The findings in the client's medical record indicate----and----.
Correct Answer: A, C
Rationale: A: Thirst and urination suggest dehydration. C: Lethargy and polyuria indicate hyperglycemia from parenteral nutrition.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's electronic medical record (EMR). Which of the findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for a potential accident or injury?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dementia increases confusion and fall risk, predisposing to accidents.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is observing an assistive personnel (AP) apply a belt restraint to a client. Which of the following actions by the AP requires intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the restraint across the chest restricts breathing; it should be at the waist.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has fecal incontinence. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moisture barrier ointment protects skin from breakdown due to incontinence.