ATI LPN
ATI LPN Funsamentals Exam V Questions
Extract:
Spouse of a client learning to take blood pressure
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the spouse of a client about how to take a blood pressure. Which of the following actions by the spouse indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the arm above heart level (
C) leads to falsely low readings. Snug cuff (
A), brachial artery placement (
B), and zero gauge (
D) are correct techniques.
Extract:
Older adult American Indian patient admitted with abdominal pain
Question 2 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.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The normal pattern of breathing is described as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eupnea (
D) is normal breathing. Dyspnea (
A) is difficulty, bradypnea (
B) is slow, and tachypnea (
C) is rapid breathing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is checking a client's bowel sounds. At which of the following times should the nurse auscultate the client's abdomen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Auscultating before percussion (
B) avoids altered sounds from manipulation. Palpation (
A), kidney checks (
C), or inspection (
D) may disrupt natural bowel sounds if done first.
Extract:
Patient receiving opiate-based medication for pain
Question 5 of 5
A patient is receiving an opiate-based medication to help manage pain. Which assessment has the highest priority when monitoring his condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respirations (
D) are critical due to opiate-related respiratory depression risk. Temperature (
A), pulse (
B), and blood pressure (
C) are secondary.