ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Test I Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing a client for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Which of the following statements should the nurse include when reinforcing teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: "You'll have to remove metal objects such as watches and body jewelry.": MRI uses strong magnetic fields, so all metal objects must be removed to avoid injury or interference with imaging.
Extract:
The correct technique for obtaining a stool specimen for ova and parasites
Question 2 of 5
The correct technique for obtaining a stool specimen for ova and parasites is to use a wooden stick and:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obtain the specimen from two parts of the stool: Collecting from two different areas increases the chance of identifying parasites or their ova, as they may not be uniformly distributed in the stool.
Extract:
A patient has an acute care facility discharge order for later that day
Question 3 of 5
A patient has an acute care facility discharge order for later that day. The LPN/LVN understands that part of the discharge process to be performed by the registered nurse is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Writing the discharge instructions: Writing discharge instructions requires the professional judgment of an RN, ensuring that the patient receives comprehensive education about their care post-discharge.
Extract:
The sensitivity part of a culture and sensitivity test
Question 4 of 5
The sensitivity part of a culture and sensitivity test is for the purpose of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Testing anti-infective medications to see which ones are most effective against the causative organism: Sensitivity testing determines which antibiotics are most effective against the specific organism, guiding treatment.
Extract:
An older adult patient has had a series of enemas in preparation for a gastrointestinal diagnostic procedure
Question 5 of 5
An older adult patient has had a series of enemas in preparation for a gastrointestinal diagnostic procedure. Which electrolytes should be monitored following the enemas?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium and potassium: Frequent enemas can lead to electrolyte imbalances, particularly sodium and potassium depletion, due to fluid loss and altered intestinal absorption.