ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing an in-service presentation about preventing health care-associated infections (HAIs).
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should include which of the following as a common cause of these infections?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urinary catheterization is a frequent cause of HAIs, particularly UTIs, due to bacterial entry risks.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has pneumonia and requires chest percussion, vibration, and postural drainage.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to complete first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Auscultating lung fields first identifies areas of congestion, guiding effective percussion and drainage.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and is coughing up secretions.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coughing and deep breathing help clear secretions and maintain airway patency, addressing the immediate issue.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has paraplegia and is on an intermittent urinary catheterization program.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following findings indicates to the nurse the need to catheterize the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suprapubic discomfort suggests bladder distension, indicating the need for catheterization to prevent complications.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an older adult client who is on bed rest about foods high in dietary fiber.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following food items should the nurse indicate is the best source of fiber?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pears with skin provide high fiber content, aiding digestion and preventing constipation in bedridden clients.