ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client who lives alone. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sedentary lifestyle is a priority as it poses immediate health risks like thrombosis or muscle atrophy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to obtain a client's oxygen saturation. Which of the following might influence the result of this test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nail polish can interfere with pulse oximetry readings by absorbing light.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adult client who has a developmental disability. The client requires an emergency appendectomy, and the staff cannot reach the appointed guardian. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In emergencies, implied consent is appropriate when the guardian is unavailable.
Question 4 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 indicates potential ischemia or necrosis, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain a capillary blood specimen from a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B, E
Rationale: B: Pricking the side avoids painful areas. E: Clean gloves ensure infection control.