ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals of Nursing 2020 with NGN Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a male client. After inserting the catheter 15 cm (6 in), the nurse feels resistance and no urine flows through the catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Twisting gently overcomes resistance safely. Other actions don't address the blockage or are premature.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who speaks a different language than the nurse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A medical interpreter ensures accurate translation, critical for discharge instructions. Partners may miss details, another nurse may not be available, and gestures lack precision.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who expresses concern about age gain with age. The nurse should inform the client that weight gain can result from which of the following factors?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased muscle mass lowers metabolism, leading to weight gain. Fluid, vitamins, and protein don't directly cause it.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a cerebrovascular accident with resulting dysphagia. Which of the following therapists assists clients to learn to eat with less risk of aspiration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Speech therapists (speech-language pathologists) specialize in evaluating and treating swallowing disorders like dysphagia, helping clients eat safely and reduce aspiration risk. Occupational therapists focus on daily activities, physical therapists on mobility, and respiratory therapists on breathing issues.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling urinary catheter and a prescription for furosemide. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Recording output monitors furosemide's diuretic effect and fluid balance. Ketones, 24-hr collection, and specific gravity aren't routine here.