ATI LPN
LPN Nursing 1 Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer dexamethasone 3 mg PO. Available is dexamethasone 1.5 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round to the nearest whole number and label your answer.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using the formula: dose ordered / dose available = 3 mg / 1.5 mg = 2 tablets.
Extract:
A client with a large abdominal wound
Question 2 of 5
The nurse knows to cleanse the wound from the inner to outer area. What is the rationale for cleaning the wound in this manner?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cleaning from the inner to outer area prevents introducing microorganisms from the surrounding skin into the wound, reducing infection risk.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The health care provider ordered a urine specimen for culture and sensitivity. After the nurse collects the specimen, the client asks, 'When will I know the results of the test?' Which of the following is the best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It typically takes 48-72 hours to obtain growth and sensitivity results for a urine culture, allowing time for bacterial growth and sensitivity testing.
Extract:
A client who requires droplet precautions due to influenza
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing action should be completed for a client on droplet precautions due to influenza?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wearing a mask when providing care prevents transmission of influenza via respiratory droplets.
Extract:
A newly hired nurse with a negative rubella titer
Question 5 of 5
What would be the next action for a newly hired nurse with a negative rubella titer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A negative rubella titer indicates lack of immunity, so administering the rubella vaccine is the next step.