ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has multiple wounds. During the initial stage of wound healing, which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxygen supports the initial inflammatory stage by aiding cellular function, unlike corticosteroids, which delay healing.
Question 2 of 5
The patient is undergoing Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) treatment for wound healing. Which would be your first priority in caring for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the patient's condition first ensures any immediate issues (e.g., pain, leakage) are addressed.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse places Dakin's solution in a wound for which purpose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dakin's solution chemically debrides by breaking down necrotic tissue.
Question 4 of 5
After closing the curtain around the client's bed and lifting his gown to expose the horizontal abdominal wound, which of the following positions should you assist the client into for comfortable wound irrigation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dorsal recumbent position allows access to the abdominal wound while keeping the client comfortable and stable.
Question 5 of 5
When changing the dressing on the patient's right arm, you see that the dressing has a moist yellow-red stain on it. How would you document this drainage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Yellow-red drainage indicates serosanguineous (serum and blood mix), not purulent (pus) or sanguineous (blood only).