ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Test I Questions
Extract:
The nurse instructing a patient who is to have a Papanicolaou smear (Pap smear) in 2 days
Question 1 of 5
The nurse instructing a patient who is to have a Papanicolaou smear (Pap smear) in 2 days would tell the patient to avoid:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Douching: Douching can remove or alter cervical cells, potentially leading to inaccurate test results.
Extract:
A patient has an acute care facility discharge order for later that day
Question 2 of 5
A patient has an acute care facility discharge order for later that day. The LPN/LVN understands that part of the discharge process to be performed by the registered nurse is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Writing the discharge instructions: Writing discharge instructions requires the professional judgment of an RN, ensuring that the patient receives comprehensive education about their care post-discharge.
Extract:
New orders have been written by the primary care provider for a patient admitted to a skilled nursing facility
Question 3 of 5
New orders have been written by the primary care provider for a patient admitted to a skilled nursing facility. After transcription, the orders will be verified by the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administrative RN: Verifying transcribed orders is a professional nursing responsibility, often performed by the RN to ensure accuracy and compliance with the physician's orders.
Extract:
One sign of liver disorders is ____________, with yellow skin and mucous membranes
Question 4 of 5
One sign of liver disorders is ____________, with yellow skin and mucous membranes.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Jaundice: Jaundice is a hallmark sign of liver disorders, resulting from elevated bilirubin levels, leading to yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes.
Extract:
A patient will undergo endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) to determine the cause of jaundice
Question 5 of 5
A patient will undergo endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) to determine the cause of jaundice. Before the test, the nurse would assess this patient for an allergy to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shellfish: ERCP often uses iodine-based contrast media, and a shellfish allergy may indicate a higher likelihood of an iodine allergy.