ATI LPN
PN Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication from an ampule. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A filter needle prevents glass shards from entering the syringe, critical for safety.
Choice B is incorrect as adding diluent alters the pre-measured dose.
Choice C is incorrect since cleansing post-opening doesn’t address glass contamination and the interior is sterile.
Choice D is incorrect as injecting air isn’t standard and could compromise the medication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to remove an NG tube for a client who is postoperative following colon surgery. In which order should the nurse perform the following steps?
Correct Answer: E,C,B,D,A
Rationale: 1. Disconnect from suction (E) prevents injury. 2. Instill 50 mL air (
C) clears contents. 3. Ask for a deep breath (
B) eases removal. 4. Pinch and withdraw (
D) controls removal. 5. Apply gloves (
A) ensures cleanliness (logically first, but per explanation order).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of newly licensed nurses regarding client confidentiality. In which of the following situations can the nurse disclose health information without the client's written consent?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Note: The document’s explanation incorrectly marks A as correct, but per HIPAA, consent is required for employers.
Choice B is correct as interpreters need info for care, allowed under HIPAA without written consent.
Choices C and D require consent or specific conditions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 2 days postoperative following the placement of a colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A dark stoma indicates potential ischemia, a serious issue needing prompt reporting.
Choice A is expected post-op.
Choice C is normal initially.
Choice D is typical and not concerning.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching about fecal occult blood testing with a client. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Urinating prior to collection prevents urine contamination of the stool sample, ensuring test accuracy.
Choice A is incorrect as vitamin C typically doesn’t affect this test unless specified.
Choice B is unnecessary as pork doesn’t universally impact results.
Choice C is incorrect; a small sample is sufficient, and excess can skew results.