ATI LPN
ATI LPN Critical Thinking Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
JCAHO regulates standards of care to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: JCAHO (
C) focuses on improving patient safety and care quality through standards. A is incorrect as objective documentation is emphasized. B is incorrect as charting systems vary. D is incorrect as reimbursement is not JCAHO's focus.
Extract:
Patient demonstrates signs of flushed, dry, hot skin, dry mucous membranes and temperature elevation
Question 2 of 5
During a physical examination, the nurse discovers that the patient demonstrates signs of flushed, dry, hot skin, dry mucous membranes and temperature elevation. The nurse realizes grouping this data represents:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Grouping signs like flushed skin and fever (
C) is data clustering, suggesting dehydration or infection. Fluid overload (
A) shows edema, symptoms (
B) are subjective, and urinary retention (
D) involves bladder issues.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The primary source of assessment information is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The patient (
D) is the primary source for assessment data, providing real-time information on symptoms and concerns. Friends (
A) and records (B,
C) are secondary sources and may not reflect current status.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
Who should document care in the patient record?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: All staff (
C) must document their own care for accuracy and accountability. A, B, and D incorrectly assign documentation responsibilities.