ATI LPN
ATI LPN Critical Thinking Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Documenting the type of interventions carried out, the time care was given, and the signature of the care giver results in recording:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Documenting interventions, time, and signature (
B) records actions taken to address patient needs, ensuring accountability. A and C relate to diagnoses, and D focuses on outcomes, not interventions.
Extract:
Patient is confined to bed rest
Question 2 of 5
The patient is confined to bed rest. This contributes to immobility of the patient. How should bed rest be indicated on the nursing care plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bed rest (
B) is a risk factor for complications like pressure ulcers or DVT, which should be noted in the care plan. A is subjective, C is an intervention, and D is incomplete as bed rest can hinder recovery if prolonged.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
To what does objective data refer when assessing a patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Objective data (
A) includes measurable findings by the provider, like vital signs. C and D are subjective, and B is incorrect as only A is accurate.
Question 4 of 5
In which step of the nursing process do nurses look at outcomes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Evaluation (
A) is where nurses assess whether outcomes and goals were met. Assessment (
B) collects data, Implementation (
C) executes interventions, and Planning (
D) sets goals.
Question 5 of 5
When using the SOAP method of charting, S stands for subjective data which means:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Subjective data (
A) includes patient-reported information like pain or symptoms. Observed (
C) and measured (
D) data are objective, and B is incorrect as only A is accurate.