ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Dementia is an organic mental disease secondary to what problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dementia is primarily due to changes in brain structure or function, such as those seen in Alzheimer's disease or other neurodegenerative conditions.
Extract:
A patient being treated for cellulitis
Question 2 of 5
Which patient statement indicates that more teaching is needed regarding antibiotic therapy for the treatment of cellulitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antibiotics should be taken for the full prescribed duration even if symptoms improve, to ensure complete eradication of the infection.
Extract:
A nine-year-old patient is being evaluated for a skin rash. The preliminary diagnosis is impetigo contagiosa
Question 3 of 5
A nine-year-old patient is being evaluated for a skin rash. The preliminary diagnosis is impetigo contagiosa. The nurse assists with planning care with which fact about impetigo contagiosa in mind?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Impetigo is highly contagious and characterized by inflammatory skin lesions.
Extract:
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation
Question 4 of 5
When assessing the older adult, the nurse considers which aspect of the patient's routine as a possible contributor to constipation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids, especially those containing calcium or aluminum, can contribute to constipation.
Extract:
For the past 3 weeks, the nurse has observed a patient interacting with staff and other patients, helping decorate the dining room for a party, and leading the singing in the activity room. Today, the patient tearfully refuses to dress or get out of bed
Question 5 of 5
For the past 3 weeks, the nurse has observed a patient interacting with staff and other patients, helping decorate the dining room for a party, and leading the singing in the activity room. Today, the patient tearfully refuses to dress or get out of bed. The nurse recognizes these behaviors as evidence of which psychiatric disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The described behavior of extreme mood swings (elevated mood followed by significant depression) is characteristic of bipolar disorder.