ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
A patient who is frequently late for appointments because he goes back to his room numerous times to assure himself that none of his belongings have been stolen
Question 1 of 5
A patient is frequently late for appointments because he goes back to his room numerous times to assure himself that none of his belongings have been stolen. What does this behavior represent?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This behavior involves persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety, fitting the definition of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Extract:
A resident of an assisted living center reports having sharp pain on one side of the body, with patches of 'blisters'. The nurse notices vesicles on one side of the thorax, which follow a peripheral nerve pathway
Question 2 of 5
A resident of an assisted living center reports having sharp pain on one side of the body, with patches of 'blisters'. The nurse notices vesicles on one side of the thorax, which follow a peripheral nerve pathway. Suspecting herpes zoster, the nurse immediately contacts the health care provider. Which is the reason for the prompt notification?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early recognition of herpes zoster is crucial to start antiviral therapy and reduce the risk of complications such as postherpetic neuralgia.
Extract:
A patient with mental illness
Question 3 of 5
How should the nurse document the behavior of a patient with mental illness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Documenting behavior as differing from socially acceptable norms provides an objective, non-judgmental account of the patient's behavior.
Extract:
An older adult patient
Question 4 of 5
For what is the older adult patient at increased risk because of age-related changes in the musculoskeletal system?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Age-related changes such as decreased muscle mass and changes in posture increase the risk of falls.
Extract:
An 80-year-old patient
Question 5 of 5
The nurse reminds the 80-year-old patient that her respiratory system has decreased resistance to respiratory infections. For what is this patient at increased risk?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and older adults with decreased immune resistance are at increased risk for developing this condition.