ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
A patient with mental illness
Question 1 of 5
How should the nurse document the behavior of a patient with mental illness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Documenting behavior as differing from socially acceptable norms provides an objective, non-judgmental account of the patient's behavior.
Extract:
A patient concerned about confidentiality
Question 2 of 5
The patient is concerned about confidentiality and asks the nurse not to tell anyone what is said. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response clearly communicates the legal and ethical obligation to protect the patient and others from harm, while also acknowledging the importance of patient confidentiality in other situations.
Extract:
A patient, age 37, sustained partial- and full-thickness burns to 26% of the body surface area
Question 3 of 5
A patient, age 37, sustained partial- and full-thickness burns to 26% of the body surface area. When would the greatest fluid loss resulting from the burns occur?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The greatest fluid loss typically occurs within the first 48 to 72 hours as capillary permeability is at its highest and fluid resuscitation needs are greatest.
Extract:
A patient, age 27, sustained thermal burns to 18% of her body surface area
Question 4 of 5
A patient, age 27, sustained thermal burns to 18% of her body surface area. After the first 72 hours, the nurse will have to observe for which most common cause of burn-related deaths?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After the first 72 hours, infection becomes the most common cause of burn-related deaths due to the compromised skin barrier and potential for sepsis.
Extract:
The patient complains to the nurse about a newly developed intolerance to milk
Question 5 of 5
The patient complains to the nurse about a newly developed intolerance to milk. What should the nurse suggest to fulfill calcium needs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Yogurt often contains live cultures that can help with lactose digestion, and it is a good source of calcium. It is often tolerated by individuals with lactose intolerance.