ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
A pressure injury that has a shallow crater with a dry pink wound bed
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has staged a pressure injury that has a shallow crater with a dry pink wound bed in which way?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stage 2 pressure injuries present as a shallow crater or blister with a pink or red wound bed.
Extract:
The older patient informs the nurse that food has no taste and therefore the patient has no appetite
Question 2 of 5
The older patient informs the nurse that food has no taste and therefore the patient has no appetite. What is this most likely caused by?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging can lead to a decrease in the number of taste buds and a reduced ability to taste food, leading to a loss of appetite.
Extract:
A group of older adults
Question 3 of 5
When the nurse discusses prevention of cardiac disease, falls, and depression with a group of older adults, the benefits of what are important to stress?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular exercise is known to improve cardiovascular health, reduce the risk of falls by improving strength and balance, and alleviate symptoms of depression through the release of endorphins and other benefits.
Extract:
A patient who is taking disulfiram (Antabuse)
Question 4 of 5
What severe side effect will occur if an alcoholic patient consumes alcohol while taking disulfiram (Antabuse)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disulfiram causes an acute sensitivity to alcohol. When alcohol is consumed, it leads to an accumulation of acetaldehyde, causing unpleasant effects like severe nausea, vomiting, and headache, deterring the individual from drinking.
Extract:
A patient, age 37, sustained partial- and full-thickness burns to 26% of the body surface area
Question 5 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.