ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Test I Questions
Extract:
An older adult patient has had a series of enemas in preparation for a gastrointestinal diagnostic procedure
Question 1 of 5
An older adult patient has had a series of enemas in preparation for a gastrointestinal diagnostic procedure. Which electrolytes should be monitored following the enemas?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium and potassium: Frequent enemas can lead to electrolyte imbalances, particularly sodium and potassium depletion, due to fluid loss and altered intestinal absorption.
Extract:
The greatest priority during patient orientation to the unit
Question 2 of 5
The greatest priority during patient orientation to the unit is to show or tell the patient how to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Call the nurse: Ensuring the patient knows how to call for help is a safety priority and essential to their care.
Extract:
The nurse recognizes that an autopsy must be performed when the patient
Question 3 of 5
The nurse recognizes that an autopsy must be performed when the patient:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Died suddenly, unexpectedly, or suspiciously: Autopsies are legally required in cases of sudden, unexpected, or suspicious deaths to determine the exact cause.
Extract:
The nurse is performing an initial assessment on a patient with respiratory difficulty
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing an initial assessment on a patient with respiratory difficulty. The nurse would anticipate documenting signs and symptoms such as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Use of accessory muscles: Accessory muscle use is a hallmark sign of respiratory distress, indicating increased effort to breathe.
Extract:
A patient has an acute care facility discharge order for later that day
Question 5 of 5
A patient has an acute care facility discharge order for later that day. The LPN/LVN understands that part of the discharge process to be performed by the registered nurse is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Writing the discharge instructions: Writing discharge instructions requires the professional judgment of an RN, ensuring that the patient receives comprehensive education about their care post-discharge.