ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Many factors aid in healing. You can assist the patient in improving their healing ability by encouraging the following (Select all that apply):
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A: Reduces infection risk. B: Supports tissue repair. C: Minimizes tension on the wound. E: Oxygen aids healing. 4000 mL (
D) is excessive unless specified.
Question 2 of 5
The patient is undergoing Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) treatment for wound healing. Which would be your first priority in caring for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the patient's condition first ensures any immediate issues (e.g., pain, leakage) are addressed.
Question 3 of 5
Chronic wounds that are not healing well may benefit from (Select all that apply):
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Protein aids tissue repair. B: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy promotes healing. D: Hydrocolloids maintain moisture. Wet-to-dry dressings (
C) can damage tissue.
Question 4 of 5
After closing the curtain around the client's bed and lifting his gown to expose the horizontal abdominal wound, which of the following positions should you assist the client into for comfortable wound irrigation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dorsal recumbent position allows access to the abdominal wound while keeping the client comfortable and stable.
Question 5 of 5
The patient entered the hospital with a reddened area that does not blanch with pressure over the left hip. He states that it is painful. This is indicative of which stage of pressure injury?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure injuries present as non-blanchable redness with intact skin and may be painful.