ATI LPN
V1 ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has swelling of the lower leg. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings is a manifestation of compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prolonged capillary refill (e.g., >2 seconds) indicates compartment syndrome; 2 seconds is borderline but notable.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a school-age child who has sickle-cell disease and is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following should the nurse recommend to include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Passive range-of-motion prevents stiffness without exacerbating pain.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing change-of-shift report for a client who has heart failure. Which of the following information should the nurse not include in the report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Partner assistance with meals is not clinically relevant to heart failure status.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting a sputum specimen from a client for culture and sensitivity. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Refrigerating preserves the specimen's integrity for accurate testing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proper needle disposal prevents injury, indicating understanding.