ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Test I Questions
Extract:
A patient who is scheduled for discharge has items that were stored in the hospital safe
Question 1 of 5
A patient who is scheduled for discharge has items that were stored in the hospital safe. After retrieving them, the nurse should document their return to the patient by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Having the patient sign for them as per policy: Documenting with the patient’s signature provides a clear record that the items were returned and received by the patient, as per hospital policy.
Extract:
The technique of _______________ is used to obtain a sample of bone marrow for diagnostic testing
Question 2 of 5
The technique of _______________ is used to obtain a sample of bone marrow for diagnostic testing.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bone marrow aspiration: Bone marrow aspiration involves using a needle to collect liquid bone marrow for diagnostic testing.
Extract:
The primary care provider has ordered the collection of a 24-hour urine specimen
Question 3 of 5
The primary care provider has ordered the collection of a 24-hour urine specimen. The nurse's instructions to the patient for proper collection of the urine specimen include: (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: B. Empty the bladder into the toilet and begin timing the collection: The first void is discarded, and timing starts afterward. C. Keep the container on ice if instructed to do so: Some tests require the specimen to remain cool to preserve its integrity. D. Keep the container refrigerated as needed: Refrigeration may be required depending on the specific test to prevent sample degradation.
Extract:
A patient asks why the blood glucose meter directions state to wipe away the first drop of blood
Question 4 of 5
A patient asks why the blood glucose meter directions state to wipe away the first drop of blood. The most informative response by the nurse would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: "The first drop has serous fluid that can dilute the specimen.": The first drop of blood may be mixed with serous fluid or tissue fluid, which can lead to inaccurate glucose readings.
Extract:
The nurse instructs an outpatient female patient preparing for an abdominal ultrasonography
Question 5 of 5
The nurse instructs an outpatient female patient preparing for an abdominal ultrasonography that prior to the procedure, she should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drink a liter of water: A full bladder is often necessary for abdominal ultrasonography to improve visualization of pelvic structures and other areas.