ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Exam II Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to measure a client's oxygen saturation and notes edema of the client's hands and thickened toenails
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to measure a client's oxygen saturation and notes edema of the client's hands and thickened toenails. Where should the nurse apply the pulse oximeter probe?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The earlobe is a suitable alternative site for pulse oximetry if the fingers and toes are not viable options due to edema or thickened toenails. The earlobe is typically less affected by peripheral vasoconstriction.
Extract:
A nurse is discussing pressure ulcer staging with a newly licensed nurse
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing pressure ulcer staging with a newly licensed nurse. Which statement should the nurse use to describe a stage 3 pressure ulcer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A stage 3 pressure ulcer involves full-thickness skin loss and may appear as a deep crater. There may be damage to or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue that may extend down to, but not through, underlying fascia.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 500 mg PO. Available is amoxicillin 250 mg tablets
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 500 mg PO. Available is amoxicillin 250 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The prescribed dose is 500 mg and the available dose is 250 mg per tablet. The calculation is 500 mg ÷ 250 mg/tablet = 2 tablets.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via an infusion pump
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via an infusion pump. What factors should the nurse monitor when collecting data about the client receiving this therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring the IV insertion site is crucial in clients receiving TPN. Infections and complications can occur at the site of insertion, so regular assessment is necessary.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on an infectious disease unit
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on an infectious disease unit. When should the nurse wear an N95 respirator mask?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tuberculosis is an airborne disease. Healthcare providers should wear an N95 respirator when caring for a client with tuberculosis to protect themselves from inhaling the bacteria.