ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
An older adult patient with COPD
Question 1 of 5
The nurse recognizes that an older adult patient with COPD has a higher incidence of developing which age-related skeletal change that will alter the ability to exchange air effectively?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kyphosis, or excessive curvature of the thoracic spine, can compress the thoracic cavity and reduce lung expansion, which impacts effective air exchange in COPD patients.
Extract:
A family is informed that the brain damage to their daughter is irreversible. The father is later overheard making vacation plans and discussing what the family will do when his daughter leaves the hospital
Question 2 of 5
A family is informed that the brain damage to their daughter is irreversible. The father is later overheard making vacation plans and discussing what the family will do when his daughter leaves the hospital. The nurse recognizes the father is in which crisis stage?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Denial is a common initial reaction to bad news, where the individual is unable to accept the reality of the situation. The father's planning for the future as if his daughter will recover is indicative of denial.
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 with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Question 4 of 5
The nurse recommends a breathing technique to help a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to empty the lungs of used air and to promote inhalation of adequate oxygen. What is this method of breathing called?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing helps patients with COPD to maintain open airways, increase expiratory time, and improve oxygen exchange.
Extract:
The older adult patient complains to the nurse about nocturia
Question 5 of 5
The older adult patient complains to the nurse about nocturia. This problem is most likely related to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased bladder capacity is common in older adults and is a primary cause of nocturia, leading to more frequent urination at night.