ATI LPN
ATI LPN n117 fundamentals exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the manifestations of hyperglycemia with a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased thirst (polydipsia) is a classic hyperglycemia symptom due to dehydration from glucose excretion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for abdominal surgery about coughing and deep breathing. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Splinting the incision with a pillow reduces pain and supports the surgical site during coughing, enhancing effectiveness post-surgery.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has urinary incontinence. The nurse recommends monitoring the client for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dermatitis results from prolonged moisture exposure in incontinence, risking skin breakdown.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has a stage 2 pressure injury. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 2 pressure injuries show partial-thickness loss with a red wound bed, indicating damage to epidermis and possibly dermis.
Question 5 of 5
A charge nurse in a long-term care facility will be implementing a new protocol to meet the Joint Commission's National Safety Goal of preventing health care-associated pressure ulcers. When informing the staff nurses about the new standard, the nurse should emphasize that which of the following actions is the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Identifying at-risk clients prioritizes preventive efforts for pressure ulcer management.