ATI LPN
PN Fundamentals Exam 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-colored stoma suggests ischemia or poor blood supply, requiring urgent reporting.
Choice A is normal initially post-surgery.
Choice C is expected early on.
Choice D is a typical finding as the stoma adjusts.
Question 2 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 indicates potential ischemia, a serious issue needing prompt reporting.
Choice A is expected post-op.
Choice C is normal initially.
Choice D is typical and not concerning.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about how to collect a stool specimen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding toilet tissue in the bedpan prevents contamination, ensuring accurate results.
Choice A doesn’t prevent contamination during collection.
Choice B is incorrect as sample size varies by test.
Choice C risks altering the sample; room temperature is standard.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is dying. One of the client's family members tells the nurse, 'I need to help. What can I do?' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about prior experience helps tailor support to the family member’s comfort level and needs.
Choice A may overwhelm them if unprepared.
Choice B shifts focus inappropriately.
Choice D delays addressing their immediate desire to help.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who has a gastrostomy feeding tube. Prior to administering medications, which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 90 mL residual volume indicates delayed gastric emptying, requiring reporting for potential care adjustments.
Choice A is normal due to bile.
Choice B isn’t significantly abnormal.
Choice D isn’t urgent unless paired with other issues.