ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
A patient, age 27, sustained thermal burns to 18% of her body surface area
Question 1 of 5
A patient, age 27, sustained thermal burns to 18% of her body surface area. After the first 72 hours, the nurse will have to observe for which most common cause of burn-related deaths?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After the first 72 hours, infection becomes the most common cause of burn-related deaths due to the compromised skin barrier and potential for sepsis.
Extract:
Postmenopausal women
Question 2 of 5
What is the best test to identify the risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bone density scans (DEXA scans) are the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis and assessing fracture risk.
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During the detoxification period
Question 3 of 5
What should the nurse do to decrease the patient's disorientation at night during the detoxification period?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nightlights provide gentle lighting that can reduce disorientation, and removing extra furniture minimizes fall risk.
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Question 4 of 5
A perceived threat to self causes what emotion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anxiety is an emotional response to a perceived threat, involving worry and fear about potential danger.
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A dark-skinned patient
Question 5 of 5
Cultural and ethnic considerations for skin assessment include which aspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Palpation can help detect changes in texture and warmth, which might be less visible on darker skin.