ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
A patient, age 37, sustained partial- and full-thickness burns to 26% of the body surface area
Question 1 of 5
A patient, age 37, sustained partial- and full-thickness burns to 26% of the body surface area. When would the greatest fluid loss resulting from the burns occur?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The greatest fluid loss typically occurs within the first 48 to 72 hours as capillary permeability is at its highest and fluid resuscitation needs are greatest.
Extract:
A young adult patient has come into a dermatology clinic and reports having had a single 1-in lesion that was scaly with a raised border and a pink center on the chest. Now, a little more than a week later, there are smaller matching spots of the rash on both sides of the chest. The nurse observes pink, oval-shaped spots that are 1â„4 to 1â„2 in across
Question 2 of 5
A young adult patient has come into a dermatology clinic and reports having had a single 1-in lesion that was scaly with a raised border and a pink center on the chest. Now, a little more than a week later, there are smaller matching spots of the rash on both sides of the chest. The nurse observes pink, oval-shaped spots that are 1â„4 to 1â„2 in across. What condition does the nurse suspect the health care provider will diagnose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pityriasis rosea typically starts with a single, larger 'herald patch' followed by a rash with smaller, oval spots. The described pattern is characteristic of this condition.
Extract:
A patient developed a severe contact dermatitis of the hands, arms, and lower legs after spending an afternoon picking strawberries. The patient states that the itching is severe and cannot keep from scratching
Question 3 of 5
A patient developed a severe contact dermatitis of the hands, arms, and lower legs after spending an afternoon picking strawberries. The patient states that the itching is severe and cannot keep from scratching. Which instruction will be helpful in managing the pruritus?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cool, wet dressings and baths can help soothe itching and reduce inflammation by promoting vasoconstriction.
Extract:
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation
Question 4 of 5
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids, especially those containing calcium or aluminum, can contribute to constipation.
Extract:
Question 5 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.