ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a group of clients. The nurse should expect to witness an informed consent for a client who will undergo which of the following procedures?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A paracentesis is an invasive procedure requiring informed consent due to risks like infection or bleeding, unlike the other routine interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has dysphagia following a stroke. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use when feeding the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Instructing the client to tilt their head forward facilitates safer swallowing, reducing aspiration risk in dysphagia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a prescription for IV therapy. The client tells the nurse that they have numerous allergies. Which of the following allergies should the nurse bring to the attention of the charge nurse prior to the initiation of the therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Latex allergies are critical in a hospital setting where latex is common in supplies like IV tubing, potentially causing severe reactions like anaphylaxis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to remove staples from a client's incision. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing the staple from the skin only after both sides are visible ensures proper removal without causing unnecessary trauma or discomfort to the patient, allowing for a smooth and controlled extraction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client to a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is malnourished?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pallor with scaly skin can be indicative of malnourishment. Malnourished individuals may not receive adequate nutrients for skin health, leading to dryness and scaling. Pallor can result from anemia, which can be associated with poor nutritional intake.