ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is collecting data from a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. The client's BP was 126/72 mm Hg 15 min ago. The nurse now finds that the client's BP is 176/96 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring BP in the other arm verifies the reading, as a sudden increase may indicate an issue or error.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a cerebrovascular accident with resulting dysphagia. Which of the following therapists assists clients to learn to eat with less risk of aspiration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Speech therapists specialize in swallowing techniques to reduce aspiration risk in dysphagia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to place a client into the Sims' position. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In Sims' position (side-lying with upper leg flexed), a pillow under the flexed leg supports alignment and comfort.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the adult children of a client who is receiving palliative care. Which of the following statements by one of the adult children indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Palliative care includes emotional support for families, reflecting an understanding of its holistic approach.
Question 5 of 5
What type of wound heals by delaying the suturing until the infection is resolved?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tertiary intention delays suturing until infection clears, allowing controlled closure.