ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient who underwent a mastectomy must be discharged home with a Jackson-Pratt wound drain in place. As the patient demonstrates the procedure for emptying it, which action should the nurse correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using one wipe for both spout and plug risks contamination; separate wipes maintain sterility.
Question 2 of 5
What stage is a wound if the epidermis is closed and has unblanchable redness?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure injuries show unblanchable redness with intact skin.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is incontinent on the first day after surgery. This is a risk factor for the development of skin breakdown and infection primarily because:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moisture from incontinence fosters microbial growth, increasing infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is removing a wound dressing that is saturated with blood and purulent drainage. Which of the following methods should the nurse use when disposing of the soiled dressing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood and purulent drainage require disposal in a biohazard container per infection control standards.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse reminds the 85-year-old patient that his healing will be slower due to age-related changes such as: (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: A: Reduces blood flow. B: Limits oxygen delivery. E: Slows cellular repair. Immunity decreases with age (not
D), and blood factors don't increase (
C).