ATI LPN
VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a 12-month-old infant following cleft palate repair. Which of the following actions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elbow restraints prevent the infant from touching the surgical site.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has sustained a full-thickness burn and is in the emergent phase of the burn. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyperkalemia occurs due to cell destruction releasing potassium in burns.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral care every 2 hours prevents ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client diagnosed with osteoarthritis who reports joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heat application reduces stiffness and pain in osteoarthritis, indicating understanding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing postmortem care for a client prior to the family viewing the body. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raising the head to 30 degrees reduces livor mortis pooling, improving appearance for viewing.