ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Test I Questions
Extract:
A patient dies after suffering a severe cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The family members are informed of his demise and are at the bedside
Question 1 of 5
A patient dies after suffering a severe cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The family members are informed of his demise and are at the bedside. What documentation should be noted in the patient's medical record? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: A. Time vital signs ceased: Documenting the time at which vital signs ceased is important for medical and legal documentation. D. Official time of death: The official time of death should be documented as this is critical for legal, medical, and procedural purposes. E. Who pronounced the patient: It is necessary to document who pronounced the patient deceased to ensure that the pronouncement of death is legally recognized.
Extract:
Pressure must be placed over the site of insertion of the catheter used for an angiogram
Question 2 of 5
Pressure must be placed over the site of insertion of the catheter used for an angiogram, or a(n) ______________ may form.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hematoma: After an angiogram, bleeding under the skin can lead to the formation of a hematoma. Direct pressure at the site reduces the risk of hematoma formation and ensures hemostasis.
Extract:
A patient is scheduled to have a diagnostic procedure performed on an outpatient basis at 9:00 AM
Question 3 of 5
A patient is scheduled to have a diagnostic procedure performed on an outpatient basis at 9:00 AM. The nurse will advise the patient to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wear comfortable clothing: Comfortable, non-restrictive clothing allows the patient to be more at ease during the procedure and may reduce the need to change into a gown.
Extract:
A patient dies after suffering a severe cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The family members are informed of his demise and are at the bedside
Question 4 of 5
A patient dies after suffering a severe cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The family members are informed of his demise and are at the bedside. What documentation should be noted in the patient's medical record? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: A. Time vital signs ceased: Documenting the time at which vital signs ceased is important for medical and legal documentation. D. Official time of death: The official time of death should be documented as this is critical for legal, medical, and procedural purposes. E. Who pronounced the patient: It is necessary to document who pronounced the patient deceased to ensure that the pronouncement of death is legally recognized.
Extract:
A patient has undergone cystoscopy and has a Foley catheter in place on return to the nursing unit
Question 5 of 5
A patient has undergone cystoscopy and has a Foley catheter in place on return to the nursing unit. Immediately after the procedure, the nurse expects the urine color to be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pink tinged: Minor trauma to the bladder and urethra during cystoscopy can cause a small amount of blood in the urine, resulting in pink-tinged urine.