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 caring for a group of clients. For which of the following situations should the nurse complete an incident report? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Burns (
A) and falls (
C) require incident reports for safety review.
Choice B doesn’t typically need one unless facility-related.
Choice D is a service issue, not an incident unless harmful.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who reports feeling short of breath and notes that the client's SaO2 level is 88% while on room air. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rechecking SaO2 after coughing ensures accuracy, as secretions may affect readings; it’s the priority action.
Choice B delays immediate assessment.
Choice C is premature before verification.
Choice D is secondary to confirming the current status.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about advance directives with a client who has terminal colorectal cancer. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Choosing care reflects understanding of advance directives’ purpose.
Choice A is false; directives can change.
Choice B misrepresents scope.
Choice D is incorrect; no standard delay exists.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to clean a blood spill on a bedside table. Which of the following solutions should the nurse plan to use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chlorine bleach effectively disinfects bloodborne pathogens per guidelines.
Choice B is for skin, not surfaces.
Choice C is less effective for blood spills.
Choice D is limited against some pathogens.