ATI LPN
ATI LPN Funsamentals Exam V Questions
Extract:
Client with family history of hypertension, blood pressure 124/84 mm Hg
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a family history of hypertension. The nurse should inform the client that his blood pressure reading of 124/84 mm Hg places him in which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 124/84 mm Hg is elevated blood pressure (
B) per guidelines (120-129/<80). Normal is <120/80 (
A), stage 1 is ≥130/80 (
C), stage 2 is ≥140/90 (
D).
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notes that a patient has an exaggerated lumbar curve. This is indicative of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lordosis (
A) is an exaggerated lumbar curve. Osteoporosis (
B) affects bone density, kyphosis (
C) curves the upper back, and scoliosis (
D) is lateral curvature.
Extract:
Patient with hypothermia
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse is instructing a caregiver about caring for a patient with hypothermia. The nurse recognizes that further instruction when the caregiver states, 'I will
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing muscle activity (
C) risks vasoconstriction, worsening hypothermia. Bed rest (
A), blankets (
B), and fluids (
D) are appropriate.
Extract:
Older adult patients with hypertension
Question 4 of 5
Older adult patients with hypertension may have an auscultatory gap in their Korotkoff sounds. It is important when taking their blood pressure measurement to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Listening until fully deflated (
D) captures all Korotkoff sounds, avoiding missing the gap. Over-pumping (
A), stopping midway (
B), or bell placement (
C) risks inaccurate readings.
Extract:
Older adult American Indian patient admitted with abdominal pain
Question 5 of 5
An older adult American Indian patient has been admitted to the hospital with abdominal pain. Along with performing a physical assessment, the nurse should also perform a:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cultural assessment (
C) ensures care respects beliefs. Literacy (
A), finances (
B), and psychology (
D) are less immediate for abdominal pain.